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Join us in shaping the future of Orthopaedic care at The Maitland Hospital.
Employment Type : Permanent Full Time & Part Time Opportunities available
Position Classification : Registered Nurse
Remuneration : S36.38 - $51.08 per hour + 11.5% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week : Up to 38
Requisition ID : REQ586791
Applications Close: Sunday, 6th July 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.
As a member of the Ward 5A team, you will:
* Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to patients undergoing elective orthopaedic procedures.
* Develop and expand your specialist skills in the pre- and post-operative management of orthopaedic patients.
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and innovation of a new ward focused on excellence in surgical care.
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 looking for nursing professionals who are passionate about person-centred care and thrive in a team-oriented environment. To be successful in this role, you will bring:
* Previous experience in orthopaedics or general surgical nursing
* A strong person-centred approach to care delivery
* Critical reflection skills to support ongoing professional development and quality improvement
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* The ability to recognise when to notify and escalate clinical concerns
* Effective time management and prioritisation of care tasks in a dynamic ward environment
Essential Requirements
* Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse 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
Additional Information
* Click here for the Position Description
* Find out more about applying for this position
* 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.
For role related queries or questions contact Vanessa Fellows 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: Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: 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.
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.
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 1300 40 25 23.
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.
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.
Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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