Casual Assistant in Nursing and Enrolled Nurse

**_As a Casual Pool staff member, you have the flexibility of working shifts that fit in with your life outside of work while still being able to develop and enhance your skills and knowledge_**

**Remuneration**: $25.39 - $35.63 Per Hour + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging

**Employment Type**: Casual

**Position Classification**: Assistant In Nursing and Enrolled Nurse

**Location**: Belmont Hospital
**Hours Per Week**: 38
**Requisition ID**:REQ530370

**Closing Date**: Sunday 4th May 2025

**About your new role**:

- Belmont Hospital has numerous exciting opportunities for Undergraduate Assistant in Nurses and Enrolled Nurses who are eager to gain hands-on experience and build confidence in their field. These roles provide a unique chance to work directly in a variety of clinical settings, including Acute Medical and Surgical Wards, Non-Acute Medical Wards, the Emergency Department, and the Short Term Residential Accommodation Service (STRAS).

As an Assistant in Nursing or Enrolled Nurse, you will benefit from two days of comprehensive orientation and mandatory training, complemented by supernumerary time on inpatient units to immerse yourself fully in patient care. We're looking for individuals who are patient-focused, enthusiastic, and have strong communication skills, as well as a commitment to developing excellent time management abilities. Our dedication to your ongoing professional development aligns with our mission of innovation and quality improvement, ensuring that you'll gain invaluable experience while contributing to exceptional patient care.

**Belmont Hospital**:
Belmont Hospital provides a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient acute and sub-acute health care services to the Lake Macquarie community. The facility boasts an open, clean environment filled with natural light, creating a welcoming atmosphere for staff, patients, and visitors alike. Our dedicated team, characterised by a strong sense of community, is committed to delivering high-quality care across all services. Belmont Hospital also offers a distinctive opportunity to impact lives positively, supported by an enhanced education team, including after-hours education support and increased Nursing Hours Per Patient Per Day (6NHPPD), which promotes excellence in healthcare delivery and fosters positive outcomes for both patients and staff.

**What our staff have to say**:

- “We have a great team environment”
- “Belmont has a great community feel. Staff are welcomed by a friendly team and quickly develop a sense of belonging. You are acknowledged with smiles when moving about the hospital and everybody knows your name
- “Lifestyle destination - work life balance”
- “Interesting patient mix - no days are ever the same”

**What we can offer you**:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), 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:

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
- Working for a highly regarded public health facility, where supporting the local community is at the forefront of our business strategy.
- Career Development opportunity.
- Receive dedicated support from our strengthened education team, committed to enhancing your learning experience.
- Expand your expertise by gaining experience across a variety of specialised services.
- Experience the fulfillment of making a positive impact within our community.

**Requirements**:

- Certificate III Assistant in Nursing or currently enrolled in an undergraduate Registered Nursing degree (completion of first year and first semester or trimester of second year), or have equivalent experience.
- Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.

**Additional information**:

- Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
- 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 Assistant In Nursing Position Description
- Click here for the Enrolled Nurse Position Description

**Information for Applicants**:
**Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) 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