Registered Nurse

About us:

Muswellbrook Hospital is proud to be part of the Hunter Lower Mid-North Coast Region within the Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD). Located 243 km north of Sydney and 127 km northwest of Newcastle, Muswellbrook also provides a gateway to explore the rich culture and heritage of the Wonnarua and Gamilaroi peoples. Muswellbrook Hospital offers an excellent environment to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. Our nursing team is made up of a strong cohort of experienced Registered and Enrolled Nurses, supported by a Nurse Unit Manager and Clinical Nurse Educators. The Hospital has access to a Medical Officer 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  We are committed to providing exceptional public health services to the people of the Upper Hunter while fostering a supportive and empowering workplace for our healthcare professionals.


About your new role:

This position offers the opportunity to work within a flexible, rotating roster system, allowing you to maintain a balanced and dynamic work schedule while providing exceptional patient care. In the Emergency Department, you will play a crucial role in caring for patients across all areas, responding to a wide variety of acute conditions and emergencies. Your experience will be vital in delivering high-quality, timely care to patients experiencing medical crises, trauma, or other urgent health issues.
Additionally, in the General Ward, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive care to both medical and surgical patients. This involves managing a range of patient needs, from pre-operative assessments and post-surgical recovery to supporting those with chronic illnesses or acute medical conditions. Throughout both areas, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure each patient receives personalized, holistic care aimed at achieving the best possible outcomes. This position provides a great opportunity to develop a broad skill set while working in a fast-paced and supportive environment.


Requirements:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Previous experience working in an emergency department, including triaging patients.

Additional information:

• *Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position. All payments made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here- Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au   
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• 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. 
• Applicants who have previously applied need not apply again.

Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Sharon Eriksson on Sharon.Eriksson@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.  
  

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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