Day Surgery Unit - RN/EEN

HealthcareLink Trust; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness passports

Novated leasing options

Paid parental leave

Discounted private health insurance

Job summary

HealthcareLink Trust in Merewether, NSW, is hiring Registered Nurses and Endorsed Enrolled Nurses for a Day Surgery Unit in a premier private hospital precinct. These permanent positions offer full-time, part-time, and casual shifts with flexible scheduling to support work-life balance.

You will work across the main hospital and dedicated day surgery centre as part of a multidisciplinary team, guiding patients from admission and preoperative prep through recovery and discharge.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as RN or EN.
• Surgical admission or discharge experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to quality patient care.
• Willingness to work permanent, part-time or casual shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in a day surgery setting.
• Support patient admission, preoperative preparation, anesthesia recovery, and discharge.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across both hospital and day surgery centre.
• Maintain patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

AHPRA registration

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

An exceptional opportunity is now available for Registered Nurses (RN) and Endorsed Enrolled Nurses (EEN) to join a dynamic Day Surgery Unit within a premier private surgical precinct in Merewether, situated in the vibrant Newcastle region of New South Wales. Offering permanent full-time, part-time, and casual positions, this role provides successful candidates with flexible scheduling designed to support a genuine work-life balance.

Remuneration and classification for these positions are aligned with the established state Enterprise Agreement rates for private hospitals, offering competitive financial compensation alongside additional perks such as fitness passports, novated leasing options, paid parental leave, and discounted private health insurance. The successful applicants will play a pivotal role across both the main private hospital facility and its dedicated day surgery center, providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients undergoing day-only procedures, overnight admissions, and complex multi-night surgical stays. Working as part of a collaborative multi-disciplinary team within a modern 14-theatre health hub, nurses will guide patients through every stage of their surgical journey—from initial admission and preoperative preparation to post-recovery care and discharge.

Applicants must hold current AHPRA registration, possess strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrate a strong commitment to quality patient care. Previous experience in a surgical admission or discharge setting is highly regarded, though ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities are actively provided. Beyond the workplace, candidates will enjoy the exceptional lifestyle benefits of living and working in Newcastle.

The facility is centrally positioned between the boutique shops and lively cafes of The Junction and the pristine shores of Merewether Beach, allowing staff to seamlessly blend professional growth with an idyllic coastal lifestyle. Applications close on 30 September 2026, and interested candidates are required to submit a comprehensive CV along with two professional references.