CCLHD - Enrolled Nurse - Surgery

NSW Health; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued day off each month

17.5% annual leave loading

Paid parental leave

Novated leasing relocation assistance

Job summary

NSW Health via Central Coast Local Health District is seeking an Enrolled Nurse for a maternity relief position at Gosford Hospital. You will work under a RN, delivering safe patient-centred care and supporting assessments and daily living activities.

Applicants must hold AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse and NMBA-approved qualifications for IV medication administration, with strong teamwork and commitment to quality improvement within NSW Health CORE values.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2).
• An NMBA-approved qualification for medication administration, including IV administration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate and patient-centred nursing care.
• Support patient assessment, monitoring and activities of daily living.
• Collaborate effectively with Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to quality improvement and positive patient outcomes.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient-centred care

Communication

Clinical knowledge

Teamwork

Education

AHPRA registration (Enrolled Nurse)

NMBA-approved medication administration (incl. IV)

Job description

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time until April 2027
Position Classification:Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration:$1437.59 - 1562.10 per week
Hours Per Week:38
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ692528
Applications Close:Sunday 15 November 2026 at 11:59pm

This is a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with notice in alignment with the applicable Award. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.

Do you thrive in a team environment where your contribution truly matters? Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking a compassionate, capable and motivated Enrolled Nurse to join our dedicated nursing team.

About the Opportunity

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will play an important role in delivering safe, holistic and high-quality patient care. Working under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will contribute your clinical skills, compassion and teamwork to help achieve positive outcomes for patients and their carers.

This position plays a key role in delivering safe, compassionate and high-quality patient-centred care. In this role you will:

• Deliver safe, compassionate and patient-centred nursing care.
• Support patient assessment, monitoring and activities of daily living.
• Collaborate effectively with Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to quality improvement and positive patient outcomes.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2).
• An NMBA-approved qualification for medication administration, including IV medication administration.
• Strong clinical knowledge, communication and patient-centred care skills.
• Proven ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to quality improvement, evidence-based practice and NSW Health CORE values.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?

Joanna Vine
Phone: [phone]***
Email: ***********@health.nsw.gov.au

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3*** for one‑on‑one support.

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 ***.