Overview
Build your nursing career in Taree - a supportive town on the Manning River - where you’ll enjoy variety across Surgical, Medical and Palliative Care wards, plus the chance to step into specialty areas
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 Per Hour + Casual Loading + 12% Super
Location: Manning Hospital, Taree - Biripi Country
Requisition ID: REQ600071
This is an ongoing recruitment
Note on target recruitment: While this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access.
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion
Where You’ll Be Working
Taree is a welcoming riverside town on the Manning River, right in the heart of the Manning Valley. Just two hours north of Newcastle and one hour south of Port Macquarie, it’s the perfect base to enjoy national parks, pristine beaches and the relaxed lifestyle of the Barrington Coast.
About the Role
We’re seeking an Enrolled Nurse to join our supportive multidisciplinary team. This casual role offers variety and growth, with opportunities to work across:
- General Surgical
- General Medical
- Palliative Care
…with pathways into specialty units as your career develops.
You’ll play an important part in delivering safe, person-centred care, collaborating closely with patients, families and colleagues, while contributing to the positive culture of the ward.
About You
We’d love to hear from you if you bring:
- A collaborative and respectful approach to working in a team
- Strong communication skills with patients, families and colleagues
- Adaptability and resilience when working with complex needs
- A commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement
What We Offer
From day one, you’ll be welcomed into a team that values support and professional growth. You’ll benefit from:
- A thorough orientation program with supernumerary days
- Guidance from senior nursing staff, NUMs and Clinical Nurse Educators
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- The lifestyle and community benefits of living in the beautiful Barrington Coast
Essential Requirements
- Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse
Additional information
- HNELHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment aligned with NSW Health’s Child Safe Standards. All staff prioritize the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people.
- If you are currently employed with HNE Health in the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss options.
- To be eligible for employment, you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen with a current NZ passport or valid visa to live and work in Australia. Temporary visa holders are accepted only in line with visa conditions.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Want to know more?
- Position Description: available on request. – Applying for this position: information available on request. For role related queries contact Barbara Ball (email address available on request).
Information for Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria, a resource is available on request. Stepping Up Website provides guidance for indigenous job applicants applying for NSW Health positions.
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 policy.
Salary Packaging: Salary packaging may increase your take-home pay. For details, contact the salary packaging provider.
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