Registered Nurse - Anaesthetics & Recovery - Targeted
Join a dynamic Anaesthetic and PACU team where every shift offers variety and challenge. You'll be supported by mentors and Clinical Nurse Educators while building your skills.
Employment Type: Permanent and Temporary Full Time and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Requisition ID: REQ627193
Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
Closing: Sunday, 11th January 2026
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.
Where You’ll Be Working
The Anaesthetic Unit and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) at John Hunter Hospital are a vital part of Perioperative Services, delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced, acute environment. The unit supports a wide range of surgical specialties and maintains a strong focus on patient safety, efficiency and evidence-based practice.
The team culture is welcoming, collaborative and professional. Staff work closely together to ensure patients feel supported at every stage of their surgical journey, while also prioritising staff wellbeing, learning and development.
What our staff say
“I was fortunate enough to begin my career as a New Graduate Nurse in John Hunter Recovery. Since working in the unit, I have been supported by a collaborative team with an abundance of experience and a focus on staff development, while keeping patient care front and centre of everything we do.
After working in the unit as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, and now as the Nurse Unit Manager, I feel there is a strong sense of purpose knowing that we are often working with patients when they are at their most vulnerable. I am proud to be part of such a dedicated team.”
— Tizzana Staib, Nurse Unit Manager – Recovery
About the Role
In this role, you’ll provide specialised anaesthetic and/or PACU nursing care, supporting patients through the immediate perioperative period. You’ll monitor patients, manage pain and complications, prepare equipment and environments, and communicate vital information to anaesthetists, surgeons and the wider multidisciplinary team. Duties include vital sign observation, medication administration, and collaborating closely with colleagues to ensure safe, efficient, patient-centred care.
You’ll be fully supported from day one, with structured orientation and mentoring from senior nurses, Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Specialists. Ongoing professional development opportunities are provided, helping you build confidence, expand your skills, and progress your career within perioperative services.
Shifts align with the surgical schedule and include morning, afternoon and night shifts. Full-time, part-time and casual opportunities are available.
About you
You are a calm, compassionate and clinically capable nurse who performs well under pressure. You bring:
- Strong clinical assessment and monitoring skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- The ability to work efficiently both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- A genuine commitment to patient-centred care and continuous professional development
Relevant perioperative, anaesthetic or PACU experience is highly regarded; however, transferable acute care skills and a willingness to learn are essential.
Essential requirements
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
Benefits
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:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
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?
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For role related queries or questions contact Ashlee Eather on Ashlee.Eather@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.
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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full and part time vacancies.
Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
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.
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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