Cardiology Registered Nurse - Growth & Flexible Hours

Hunter New England Local Health District; Mid-Coast; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing learning & development

4 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging up to 11,600 AUD + LE

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Welcome Experience

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a 10-bed Medical Unit focused on cardiology and lower‑risk cardiac conditions at Maitland Hospital. The role supports ongoing development with guidance from clinical nurse specialists and access to an after-hours educator.

You will deliver safe, compassionate nursing care, monitor patients, interpret ECGs, and contribute to individualized care plans within a supportive team committed to growth and high‑quality patient

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Approximately 12 months' acute medical nursing experience preferred.
• Cardiology and/or critical care knowledge is valued.
• Understanding of ECG interpretation and recognizing abnormal findings.
• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate, patient‑centred nursing care.
• Monitor and assess patients' clinical status and escalate as needed.
• Interpret ECGs and recognise abnormal rhythms requiring escalation.
• Collaborate with medical staff and multidisciplinary team.
• Develop and implement individualised nursing care plans.
• Educate and support patients and families throughout the hospital stay.
• Engage in ongoing education and competency assessments to strengthen cardiology knowledge.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Acute medical nursing

Cardiology knowledge

ECG interpretation

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Lifelong learning

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a 10-bed Medical Unit focused on cardiology and lower‑risk cardiac conditions at Maitland Hospital. The role supports ongoing development with guidance from clinical nurse specialists and access to an after-hours educator.

You will deliver safe, compassionate nursing care, monitor patients, interpret ECGs, and contribute to individualized care plans within a supportive team committed to growth and high‑quality patient