Register Nurse - Pre-Operative Assessment Clinic
This is your opportunity to step into a specialised role where your work has a direct impact on patient safety and surgical outcomes!
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.61 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: Cessnock District Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ644707
Applications Close: Tuesday 7th April 2026
About the Facility & Location
Located in the heart of the Hunter region, Cessnock District Hospital provides emergency, surgical and general medical services to a growing community.
Enjoy working in a vibrant regional town surrounded by:
- Renowned vineyards
- Award-winning dining
- Stunning countryside
With an exciting redevelopment underway, the hospital is evolving to deliver modern, patient-centred care for the future. The site includes one main operating theatre and a procedural suite, supporting a broad range of surgical services.
About the Role
The Pre-Assessment Clinic Nurse works within the Acute and Surgical Services team, reporting to the NUM and collaborating closely with the Waitlist team in a dynamic peri-operative environment.
This role is key to ensuring patients are thoroughly assessed and optimised prior to surgery.
You will:
- Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments
- Identify and manage high-risk patients
- Coordinate pre- and post-operative care plans
- Ensure patients are fully prepared prior to admission
- Liaise across multidisciplinary teams to support seamless surgical pathways
About You
We are seeking a proactive and knowledgeable AHPRA approved registered nurse with:
- Experience in Operating Theatre, Anaesthetics, or Critical Care
- Strong understanding of surgical procedures and anaesthetic risks
- Experience in triaging patients and assessing readiness for admission (RFA) using systems such as IPM, CAP, medical records and GP health summaries
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Support & Development
- Comprehensive orientation program to set you up for success
- Ongoing support from NUM, Surgical Service manager, Waitlist Coordinator, Theatre team
- Opportunity to progress toward Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
- A supportive, collaborative and highly valued team environment
The Perks
✅ Proximity to shopping and other services
✅ Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅ Paid parental leave to support your next big chapter (for eligible employees)
✅ Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Katharine Redhead on Katharine.Redhead@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
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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.
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.
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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