Overview
Enrolled Nurse – Perioperative Day Surgery Unit role at Hunter New England Local Health District.
Remuneration:
$32.79 - $35.63 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Armidale Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ
Applications close: Sunday 14th September 2025
Where You'll Be Working
Armidale Perioperative Services / Day Surgery Unit – a state-of-the-art facility opened in 2018, designed with modern equipment, spacious facilities, and an environment that supports both staff and patients. Armidale offers a balanced regional lifestyle with access to education, services, and transport links.
About The Role
As part of our team, you'll support patients during admission and discharge for surgical procedures, focusing on people rather than processes. The unit emphasises teamwork, collaboration, and high-quality care within a dynamic perioperative environment. Shifts are 8 hours across the week and weekends, with hours spanning 7:00 am–6:30 pm.
About You
You're a proactive, compassionate nurse who thrives in a team-based, fast-paced environment. You bring strong time-management, clear communication, and a collaborative mindset, with initiative, punctuality, and respect in daily practice. You're eager to learn and grow, with knowledge of (or willingness to develop skills in) ACCORN, AS5369, GENCA and infection-control principles. Flexibility to work 8-hour shifts across weekdays and weekends is essential.
Responsibilities
Provide patient support during admission and discharge for surgical procedures within the perioperative unit.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality perioperative care.
Demonstrate initiative, time management, and effective communication in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
Enrolled Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
Medication Endorsed where applicable.
What We Can Offer You
Proximity to shopping and other services
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
Salary packaging options up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family
Opportunities to work with a range of clinical and non-clinical professionals
Additional Information
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment and complying with Child Safe Standards. An eligibility list may be created for future permanent part-time and temporary vacancies. Applicants will be assessed against essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria, visit the provided resources.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
To request accommodations or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us with your needs.
Equity and Inclusion
Hunter New England Local Health District is an inclusive employer committed to a diverse workforce that reflects the community it serves. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
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