Enrolled Nurse Transition Program: Acute Care

14 hours ago

New Lambton Heights, New South Wales, Australia Hunter New England Local Health District Full time $73,771 per year

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Remuneration: $ $35.63 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging 

Hours Per Week: 32

Locations: John Hunter Hospital | Maitland Hospital | Awabakal Country

Requisition ID:REQ613486

Applications Close: Monday 24th November 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis)

Are you a 2025 Diploma of Nursing Graduate ready to take the next step in your nursing journey?

Join the Enrolled Nurse Transition Program (ENTP) at John Hunter Hospital — one of NSW's leading tertiary referral and teaching hospitals — and build the foundation for a confident, rewarding career in acute care.

This 12-month immersive program offers two six-month rotations across our Medical, Interventional, and Surgical Services, giving you hands-on experience in a wide range of specialties and settings.

With expert mentorship, a supportive team culture, and structured education, the ENTP is your launchpad to success.

Why You'll Love the ENTP

Step into a Supportive Start:

Enjoy a comprehensive orientation program, supernumerary shifts, and ongoing mentorship from Clinical Nurse Educators and our dedicated ENTP Coordinator.

Learn and Grow:

Access study days, 90-minute education sessions, and targeted clinical learning aligned with the NMBA Enrolled Nurse Standards for Practice.

Build Confidence and Competence:

Gain real-world experience in acute care, developing key skills such as medication administration, IV therapy (non-CVAD), wound and stoma management, neurological assessment, and palliative care.

Explore Diverse Specialties:

Experience the variety of acute care nursing across our Medical, Interventional, and Surgical Services.

Be Part of Something Bigger:

At John Hunter Hospital, you'll be part of a collaborative, compassionate team where your growth and wellbeing truly matter.

Participating Clinical Areas for 2026

Medical & Interventional Services

  • F2 – Infectious Diseases, Respiratory, Immunology, Dermatology
  • G3 – Cardiology & Gastroenterology
  • E1/5D – General Medicine & Endocrinology
  • K1 – Renal
  • H3 – MACU
  • Endoscopy
  • Rankin Park North & Rankin Park South – Rehabilitation

Surgical Services

  • F3 – Cardiovascular Unit
  • F1 – Orthopaedic Trauma
  • E3 – Orthopaedics (Elective)
  • E2 – Urology
  • J3 – Colorectal
  • G1S – Trauma & ENT
  • G2 – Neurology & Neuroscience

What to Expect

  • Day 1–3: Corporate Orientation
  • Day 4–6: Supernumerary period in first clinical area
  • 2 Supernumerary Days for second rotation
  • 2 Full Study Days and 90-minute Education Sessions throughout the year
  • Continuous Support from Nurse Educators and Program Coordinator

Requirements

  • Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

Key Contact:

Neridah Thomson – Nurse Educator

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