Enrolled Nurse

Deliver compassionate care. Strengthen your skills. Make a difference at Maitland Hospital.

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for a Casual Enrolled Nurse to join the Medical and Surgical Acute Care team at Maitland Hospital. You’ll be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to providing safe, high-quality and person-centred care to patients with a range of medical and surgical needs. This casual opportunity offers flexibility while allowing you to contribute your clinical skills and support positive patient outcomes in a busy acute care environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide safe, compassionate and person-centred nursing care within the medical and surgical acute care setting, in accordance with your scope of practice.
• Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses, patients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team to support identified care goals and outcomes.
• Assist with monitoring patients’ conditions and promptly report any changes or concerns to the Registered Nurse.
• Contribute to the delivery of effective nursing care and the comfort, dignity and wellbeing of patients.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate effectively with colleagues to support continuity of care.
• Contribute to a positive team environment focused on patient safety, quality care and best practice.

About You

You are an experienced and capable Enrolled Nurse with a background in medical and surgical acute care nursing and the clinical skills required to manage the demands of a busy acute care workload. You can prioritise competing patient care needs, recognise changes in patients’ conditions and work effectively within your scope of practice to support safe, timely and high-quality care. You will also demonstrate:

• Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience in a medical and surgical acute care setting.
• The ability to provide nursing care within your scope of practice and seek support when required.
• Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• A patient-centred approach that respects the dignity, needs and preferences of patients and their families.
• A commitment to patient safety, professional standards and ongoing learning.

What we can offer you:

• Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
• 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.
• The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community.

Additional Information

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 for the position; 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.

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.

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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.

Information for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health.

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.