Overview
Casual Registered Nurse role at Hunter New England Local Health District, based at John Hunter Children's Hospital, Newcastle, NSW.
Position details
* Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
* Employment Type: Casual
* Position Classification: Registered Nurse
* Location: John Hunter Children's Hospital
* Requisition ID: REQ
* Closing Date: Sunday 28th September 2025
About the role
In this dynamic role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering exceptional care to children facing a diverse range of medical conditions. Your responsibilities will include assessing, monitoring, and documenting each patient's health journey to ensure the highest standards of care.
Beyond clinical duties, you will work closely with families, offering education, emotional support, and compassionate guidance to empower them throughout their healthcare experience. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and implement tailored care plans that meet the unique needs of every child.
Join a dedicated team where your expertise and empathy combine to create meaningful, life-changing impacts for children and their families. Every day, your work will embody care that truly makes a difference.
Where You'll Be Working
John Hunter Children's Hospital (JHCH), a premier tertiary-level facility located in Newcastle, NSW. JHCH provides specialised medical, surgical, trauma, and neonatal care for children across Northern NSW, and is a cornerstone of healthcare innovation and compassion in the region.
Newcastle offers an enviable lifestyle with beaches, lakes, and bushland—an environment that supports professional success and personal well-being.
Team and wards
* Ward J1: Children's Surgical and Oncology Ward
* Ward J2: Adolescent Ward, Day Stay, and Sleep Unit
* Ward H1: Children's Medical Ward
* Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Together, these wards provide comprehensive, specialised care for children, young people, and their families. They are supported by a multidisciplinary team of nursing, medical, allied health, and administrative professionals, delivering family-focused care.
Why Join Hunter New England Health
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
* Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
We offer a comprehensive orientation program with guidance from supportive managers, an education team, and experienced local nursing mentors, plus tailored education and training to support ongoing professional development.
Requirements
* Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
What we\'re looking for
* Compassionate and highly skilled nurse with a passion for paediatric care who would be delighted to join our team.
* Exceptional communication and teamwork abilities, with empathy, dedication, and a genuine commitment to making a difference in the lives of children and their families.
Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team — we can't wait to hear from you
Additional information
* Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
* If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
* Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment aligned with NSW Health's Child Safe Standards. All staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people.
* We are an inclusive employer and 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.
* To be eligible for employment you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible visa holder. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Need more information?
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Information for applicants
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This is a Category A position. Applicants will be asked to comply with NSW Health policy PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases. All new employees must agree to comply with the policy.
Salary Packaging: It may increase take-home pay. Salary packaging options include novated leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Contact SalaryPackagingPLUS for more information at or .
HNE Health employees may be eligible for benefits such as allocated days off, long service leave, maternity leave, and salary packaging options.
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