Enrolled Nurse - Casual

Employment Type:  Casual
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Cessnock District Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ588589
Applications Close: Thursday, 24th July 2025

The Cessnock District Hospital, a 36-bed facility, provides vital medical services to the local community, including emergency, surgical, and general care. They are looking for proactive and dedicated Enrolled Nurses to join their tight-knit, supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for healthcare professionals passionate about community care, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and welcoming environment.

About the Role
As an Enrolled Nurse working in the medical and surgical wards, you will play a key role in delivering and assisting in the assessment, planning, organisation, and evaluation of quality nursing care. Your focus will be on supporting patients to achieve the best possible clinical outcomes while working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver and assist in coordinating patient-centred nursing care to achieve individual clinical outcomes

• Communicate sensitively with patients and families, advocating for their needs and ensuring their voices are heard

• Support and inform patients and their families so they can understand clinical interventions and make informed healthcare decisions

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient documentation in line with professional standards

• Proactively engage with patients to understand their needs and enhance the delivery of care

• Ensure nursing practice upholds the rights and dignity of all individuals

• Collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment

About You
You will bring:

• Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.

• A strong commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient-first approach

• The ability to work collaboratively within a team

• A proactive attitude and a willingness to contribute to continuous improvement

 

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values professionalism, compassion, and the contribution of every member.
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated lease
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

Additional Information:

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• If you are a current HNE employee, you may not need to apply. Please contact the hiring manager for more information.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

For role related queries or questions contact Jodie Lantry on Jodie.Lantry@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.  

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. 

 Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 
 
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