Enrolled Nurse Opportunities

Join John Hunter Hospital for a stable, supportive career with diverse specialty opportunities, professional growth, and a strong focus on your development and work-life balance.

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

Employment Type:
Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time and Casual vacancies available

Position Classification:
Enrolled Nurse

Location
: John Hunter Hospital

Requisition ID:
REQ583202

Closing Date:
Sunday 28th September 2025

At John Hunter Hospital, we offer you the unique opportunity to explore a diverse range of acute and specialised units, allowing you to discover the various pathways available to you in your nursing career. Our environment is designed to open your eyes to the broad scope of nursing practice and provide the exposure needed to develop your skills across different areas of healthcare. Whether you're drawn to a particular specialty or seeking to broaden your expertise, you'll be able to build a fulfilling and dynamic career with us.

What are the benefits of working as an Enrolled Nurse with us?

• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside an experienced, collaborative team, including Registered Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Clinical Nurse Consultants, Educators, and Nurse Unit Managers, all fostering a culture of support and mentorship.
• Tailored Education and Training: Access to dedicated education teams who create customised training programs, ensuring you can continually upskill and achieve your professional goals.
• Smooth Transition Support: Comprehensive support for new graduates transitioning from academic to clinical practice, including guidance from an Enrolled Nurse Transition Program Coordinator.
• Comprehensive Orientation: A thorough orientation program and local ward induction with supernumerary shifts, ensuring you're fully prepared to step into your new role.
• Ongoing Professional Development: Enrolled Nurse Transition Program offering study days throughout the year, targeted specifically to Enrolled Nurses, to boost confidence and capability.
• Inclusive Culture: A nurturing environment focused on belonging and empowerment, where new nurses can feel confident, supported, and motivated to reach their full potential.
• Career Progression: Clear pathways for skill enhancement and career growth, with resources and mentorship to help build a fulfilling, dynamic career.
• Complex Care Experience: Gain hands-on experience in complex care, supporting patients through every stage of their healthcare journey.

Requirements

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

John Hunter Hospital offers a variety of Enrolled Nursing opportunities across Medical and Interventional Services and Surgical Services, with both full-time and part-time roles. These positions provide stability, long-term career potential, and a supportive environment where you can build a rewarding career. You'll have access to diverse career pathways, with opportunities to specialise in acute and specialised units. The hospital focuses on professional growth, offering education, training, and specialised certifications tailored to your needs. By joining the team, you'll be part of a community that values your contribution, supports your development, and ensures you feel empowered and connected.

Medical And Interventional Services

• E1 General Medicine: Provides comprehensive care for patients with diverse acute and chronic medical conditions. Nurses on E1 work closely with multidisciplinary teams, gaining broad experience in acute care, chronic disease management, and patient-centred support.
• Medical Assessment Coordination Unit (MACU): Focuses on the rapid assessment, diagnosis, and stabilisation of patients with acute medical conditions. It serves as an entry point for patients needing timely intervention and coordinated care. Nurses in MACU work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support swift patient transitions to appropriate care pathways.
• F2 Respiratory: Specialises in Respiratory, Immunology, Infectious Disease, Rheumatology, and Dermatology, providing hands-on experience in high-flow oxygen administration and non-invasive ventilation.
• G3 Cardiology and Gastroenterology: Focuses on cardiology and gastroenterology, with additional exposure to trauma, neurology, and orthopaedics. Provides training in cardiac monitoring and minor procedures.
• Rankin Park North and South: Leading rehabilitation units. North ward focuses on neurological recovery, while South ward specialises in post-amputation and deconditioning care, offering goal-driven, multidisciplinary patient care.

Surgical Services

• E2 Urology: Specialising in urology and ophthalmology, while also managing cases in orthopaedics, general surgery, neurosurgery, and gynaecology. Nurses in E2 gain hands-on experience with diverse patient needs, from pre and post-surgical care to complex patient management.
• E3 Elective Orthopaedics: Focuses on pre and post-operative orthopaedic care, also covering Trauma, General/Acute Surgery, and Vascular care.
• G2 Neurology & Neurosurgery: Specialises in the care of patients with neurological conditions and those undergoing neurosurgical procedures. Nurses in this unit manage complex cases, providing pre and post-operative care, as well as monitoring for neurological changes.
• J3 General Surgery: Provides care for patients undergoing a variety of surgical procedures, including colorectal and upper gastrointestinal surgeries. Nurses in this unit assist with pre and post-operative care, patient education, and recovery.
• G1S Trauma/Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT): Specialises in the care of trauma patients and those with ENT conditions requiring surgical intervention. Nurses in this unit provide critical care, assist with post-surgical recovery, and manage complex patient needs.
• F3 Cardiovascular and Vascular Surgery: Specialises in the care of patients undergoing heart, lung, and vascular surgeries. Nurses in this unit provide pre and post-operative care, assist with complex procedures, and manage critical recovery stages.

At Hunter New England Health 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:

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

Proximity to shopping and other services

Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)

Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance

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

Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

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Information For Applicants
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Applicants may be contacted via email, text and/or phone throughout the recruitment process, so it is important to provide up to date contact details in your application and monitor for correspondence.

As part of your employment checks you will need to submit details of your paid worker Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance in NSW. If you are recommended for appointment and do not currently hold a WWCC in NSW,
you will need to take action to apply for one online and attend a Service NSW Centre for your check to lodge
at your earliest convenience.
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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.
If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
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 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

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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.