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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time until October 2026
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
Requisition ID: REQ
Applications Close: Wednesday 26th November 2025
Inclusion: While the 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 applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. Applicants must demonstrate status and address selection criteria.
About The Role - Enrolled Nurse
Join Ward F2 as an Enrolled Nurse, delivering exceptional care across a wide range of specialties, including respiratory medicine, immunology, infectious diseases, rheumatology, and dermatology. Care for patients requiring non‑invasive ventilation and high‑flow oxygen while expanding your skills across both medical and surgical settings. Thrive as an Enrolled Nurse in a supportive, collaborative team that values professional growth, teamwork, and excellence in patient outcomes.
Where You’ll Be Working
Nestled in the tranquil greenery of Recent Lambton Heights, John Hunter Hospital boasts an exceptional location just moments from Newcastle’s vibrant city centre. This world‑class medical facility combines convenience and accessibility, serving patients and visitors from across the Hunter region and beyond. Surrounded by lush parks and serene landscapes, the hospital offers an ideal environment for healing and recovery, perfectly complementing its cutting‑edge healthcare services.
Benefits
- 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 work‑life balance
- Salary packaging options – up to $11 600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well‑being – discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Requirements
- Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
Additional Information
- Applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date.
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full‑time and temporary full‑time vacancies.
- 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.
- At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.
- To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport.
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need More Information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
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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:
Stepping Up Website: is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:
Category A Position: 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.
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.
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.
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