Supported to grow, empowered to care — rural nursing at its best.
Employment Type
: Temporary Full/Part time until June 2026
Position Classification
: Registered Nurse
Remuneration
: $33.78 – % Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week
: Up to 38
Requisition ID
: REQ627961
Location:
Singleton
Applications Close:
Sunday 21st December 2025
What You'll Be Doing
Join Singleton Hospital's Surgical Services team and dive into a mix of specialties—endoscopy, general surgery, gynaecology, orthopaedics and more. Working under RN supervision, you'll deliver quality care across the surgical ward, day surgery, recovery, and theatres. Variety, learning, and teamwork all in one place.
Why You'll Love Singleton
Singleton offers the best of rural living with history, culture, and adventure at your doorstep. Explore heritage sites, local museums, and vibrant arts spaces, or unwind in the Hunter Valley's vineyards just minutes away. With Newcastle only an hour away, you get the perfect mix of country lifestyle and city convenience.
Who You Are
You are a patient-focused, adaptable Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current AHPRA Authority to Practice, confident working both independently and within team.
Supported by experienced RNs, a dedicated NUM, CNCs and CNEs, you'll have the guidance and growth opportunities you need to thrive.
What We Can Offer You
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
* 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 lease
* 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
Additional Information
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
* An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Vanessa Dengate on
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:
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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.
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 or
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.
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.
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