Enrolled Nurse - Day Surgery Unit
Are you an Enrolled Nurse with hospital experience, looking to expand your skills in a supportive environment? This is a great opportunity to work in a fast-paced Day Stay Unit!
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time / Part Time and casual opportunities available
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $$32.79 - $35.63 per hour + 12% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ588180
About the Role:
As an Enrolled Nurse in the Day Stay Unit, you will play an essential role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. You will:
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Deliver and assist in the assessment, planning, organisation, and evaluation of nursing care to achieve the best clinical outcomes for each patient.
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Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, clients, and their families to identify needs, provide information, and support informed decision-making.
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Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless and safe care from admission to discharge.
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Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation in line with legislative and clinical standards.
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Advocate for patients and support their understanding of health care processes and treatments.
What We’re Looking For:
- Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
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Previous experience in a hospital setting is essential.
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A strong interest in day surgery or theatre nursing – ideal for someone looking to get their foot in the door.
- Someone who is confident in advocating for themselves and comfortable speaking up when they have questions
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team environment.
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:
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- 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
Additional Information:
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or 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 Katie Peattie on Katie.Peattie@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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