Enrolled Nurse

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Location: Maitland Hospital

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 Per Hour + Allowances + 12 % Super

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ603401

Applications Close: Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Maitland Hospital is seeking passionate, skilled, and adaptable nursing professionals to join our casual pool across a variety of specialties. These roles offer flexibility, career growth, and the chance to be part of a supportive and innovative team.

As a casual nurse with us, you'll work alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team, contribute to the success of our state-of-the-art hospital, and provide exceptional care to our patients. We particularly welcome applicants with experience in Medical, Surgical, Orthopaedics, and Wound Care—though diverse skill sets are always valued.

Our Nurse Unit Managers and Education Teams are here to support you every step of the way, offering guidance and tailored resources to help you achieve your professional goals.

Maitland Hospital is one of the busiest regional hospitals in NSW, offering a wide range of services including:

• Medical, surgical, mental health, oncology, dental, renal, maternity and child health
• A 24/7 Emergency Department
• Innovative Models of Care designed to meet the needs of a growing and diverse community

In 2022, we moved into our brand-new $470 million facility, developed with clinical input to deliver world-class care in a modern, spacious environment. This investment supports not just our patients but also our staff, who benefit from the latest facilities and technologies.

• Enrolled Nurses (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current AHPRA registration
• Commitment to safe, high-quality, patient-centred care
• Flexibility and teamwork across a variety of clinical settings

This is your chance to contribute to a progressive health service, work with passionate colleagues, and enjoy the flexibility of casual nursing while building your skills in a modern, forward-thinking hospital. Apply now and become part of the Maitland Hospital team, where your growth matters as much as the care you provide.

• Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero
• State of the art workspace with top of the line equipment
• Work-life balance
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

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• 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 Catherine Levey on catherine.levey@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: 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.

If you have any concerns about the application process, contact Rebecca Caldwell at Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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