Enrolled Nurse

Enrolled Nurse - Medical Assessment Coordination Unit (MACU) - Targeted

Join our MACU team at John Hunter Hospital Enhance your clinical assessment skills whilst being part of a supportive, collaborative environment.

Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Narrabri Community Health Service

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time opportunities available

Hours per week: Up to 38

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country

Requisition ID: REQ594323

Applications Close: Thursday, 4th September 2025.

John Hunter Hospital is excited to be seeking Enrolled Nurses (ENs) to join their Medical Assessment Coordination Unit (MACU). The ward is designed to take acutely unwell medical patients from Emergency Department to facilitate flow from the ED and move patients onto their subspecialties within 48 hours. This role will enhance your clinical assessment skills, focusing on recognising and responding to acutely unwell patients as our core business. You would work within a multi-disciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes, providing patient-centred care to every patient, every time. If you're an enthusiastic EN looking for your next rewarding role in a friendly team, we want to hear from you

You won't be working alone. Varied levels of experience will be supported as you step into the role – you will be provided education and supernumerary shifts on commencement, as well as ongoing support from the Registered Nurses (RNs), Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) and the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM).

Where You'll Be Working

The city of Newcastle offers a blend of coastal beauty and vibrant urban life. With beaches nearby, you can enjoy coastal experiences while having access to city amenities and lifestyle.

Benefits

• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
• 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.
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees).
• Sustainable Healthcare initiatives and opportunities for collaboration with non-clinical and clinical professionals.
• Opportunities to work with a range of professionals across roles.

Requirements

• Current Authority to Practice as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part-time and temporary full or part-time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, permanent resident, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Temporary visa holders will be offered employment in line with visa conditions and expiry date.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position.
• For role-related queries contact Michelle Curry at Michelle.Curry@health.nsw.gov.au.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up is a resource to help Indigenous job applicants apply for NSW Health positions. For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. For confidential support to ensure an equitable application process, contact Rebecca Caldwell at Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au.

This is a Category A position. Applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy on occupational health screening and vaccination prior to offer. Salary packaging is available and may increase take-home pay.

Job Functions & Seniority

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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