Enrolled Nurse - Targeted

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion. 

About the role: 

As an Enrolled Nurse in our Acute Neurosurgical and Neuroscience Unit, you will be an integral part of a collaborative and multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality care to patients with complex neurological conditions. This dynamic role offers a valuable opportunity to develop your clinical expertise in managing post-acute interventions, including acute stroke treatments and neurosurgical care.

Successful applicants will receive a thorough orientation to the unit and be supported in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. You will benefit from dedicated mentorship provided by experienced senior ward staff, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Clinical Nurse Educators, ensuring your professional growth and confidence in practice.

New team members are actively encouraged to expand their knowledge and skills while working alongside a team that values collaboration, ongoing learning, and clinical excellence.

Where you’ll be working: 

Nestled in the tranquil greenery of New Lambton Heights, John Hunter Hospital boasts an exceptional location just moments from Newcastle’s vibrant city centre. This world-class medical facility combines convenience and accessibility, serving patients and visitors from across the Hunter region and beyond. Surrounded by lush parks and serene landscapes, the hospital offers an ideal environment for healing and recovery, perfectly complementing its cutting-edge healthcare services.

Join our dynamic Acute Neurosurgical and Neuroscience Unit, Ward G2 - a 32-bed specialist ward delivering holistic, patient-centred care to those with altered neurological function. Our team supports 8 hyper-acute stroke beds, 4 acute neurology beds, and 20 hyper-acute neurosurgical beds in a fast-paced, collaborative environment at the forefront of neurological care.

Requirements:
Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
  
  

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply!

• You are a proactive and organised professional with exceptional communication skills and the ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• You thrive both independently and as a collaborative team member, contributing positively to a supportive and dynamic workplace.
• Experience in Neuroscience nursing is highly regarded, though not essential.
• You bring flexibility and reliability, with a willingness to work a variety of shifts across a seven-day rotating roster.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you!

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. 
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
• If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
  
  

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Dannielle Urquhart on Dannielle.Urquhart@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. 

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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