Come join us at Maitland Hospital as an Enrolled Nurse in orthopaedics, where teamwork, precision, and patient care go hand in hand!
Employment Type : Permanent Full Time & Part Time Opportunities available
Position Classification : Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration : $32.79 - $35.63 + 11.5% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week : Up to 38
Requisition ID : REQ577488
Applications close: Tuesday, 10th June 2025.
About The Role
An exciting opportunity exists to join our newly established, patient-centred Orthopaedics Unit at The Maitland Hospital. Ward 5A is a dedicated elective surgical Orthopaedic Unit consisting of 10 beds. We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated nursing professionals to become part of this progressive team, focused on delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing orthopaedic procedures.
You will be supported by the Transition Support Program, a team of experienced multidisciplinary specialists, and our dedicated Education Team, who will guide your learning and growth in a hospital that values innovation and excellence in care.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about delivering person-centred care, driven to contribute to best practice outcomes, and committed to continual professional development.
Where You Will Be Working
The Maitland Hospital is a facility that officially opened in January 2022 and is designed to deliver modern, comfortable, and technologically advanced care to patients in the Hunter New England region. The hospital embraces innovation and provides staff with state-of-the-art resources and improved ways of working to enhance health outcomes and support career development.
Maitland is booming in population and opportunity. The region offers experiences in arts and culture, sport, heritage and indulgences in food, wine and shopping. Being a forty minute drive to the beach or the Hunter Valley wine district and only two hour drive to Sydney it is well placed to offer you a superb lifestyle. Maitland is rich in history with striking architecture and home to a closed gaol that was once home to some of Australia’s most hardened and notorious convicts. There is a selection of public and private schools and with a number of new housing developments. It is an affordable region that has all the amenities that you need.
About You
We are seeking candidates who are passionate about patient care and eager to grow within a supportive and innovative environment. A strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and dedication to professional excellence are key to success in this role.
The Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Attributes
* A person-centred approach to patient care
* Ability to critically reflect on practice for continuous improvement
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
* Sound judgement in recognising when to notify and escalate clinical concerns
* Effective prioritisation and time management in a busy clinical setting
* Commitment to ongoing professional development, supported by access to education and training opportunities within the hospital
Essential Requirements
* Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
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
* 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 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
Need more information?
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* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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