Registered Nurse - Targeted

About the role: 

Join our dedicated multidisciplinary team as a Registered Nurse on Ward F1 - Orthopaedic and Trauma unit. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver exceptional, person-centred care within a collaborative and supportive environment, working across a rotating roster.

You will play a key role in delivering safe and holistic nursing care alongside a team of skilled professionals, including Registered and Enrolled Nurses, Medical Officers, and Allied Health staff. With both full-time and part-time opportunities available, this role offers flexibility, stability, and genuine prospects for long-term career growth.

At Ward F1, we are deeply committed to your professional development, offering access to targeted education and training programs that support your individual aspirations. Become part of a close-knit team that values your contributions, champions your success, and fosters a fulfilling and dynamic nursing career.

Where you’ll be working: 

Nestled in the tranquil greenery of New Lambton Heights, John Hunter Hospital boasts an exceptional location just moments from Newcastle’s vibrant city centre. This world-class medical facility combines convenience and accessibility, serving patients and visitors from across the Hunter region and beyond. Surrounded by lush parks and serene landscapes, the hospital offers an ideal environment for healing and recovery, perfectly complementing its cutting-edge healthcare services.

Ward F1 is a dynamic and fast-paced 32-bed unit specialising in Orthopaedics and Trauma, offering a diverse and rewarding clinical environment with a strong emphasis on the management of complex and chronic health conditions.

Requirements:
Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
  
  

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

• A positive, adaptable attitude with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• Willingness to work across a 7-day rotating roster to support patient needs.
• Previous Orthopaedic Nursing experience is highly regarded, though not essential.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you!

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• 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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.
  
  

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Susan James on susan.james@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.