Enrolled Nurse

Hunter New England Local Health District; Quirindi; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunites for ongoing learning

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for PT)

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Health and well-being programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District in Quirindi is seeking Enrolled Nurses to join a dedicated team delivering high-quality, safe and patient-centred nursing care at Quirindi Hospital. The role supports staff and patients across a range of health issues within an acute care setting.

The position emphasises patient safety, evidence-based practice, and teamwork, with orientation provided and ongoing professional development opportunities in a supportive health service environment.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Experience in Emergency Nursing and/or acute care setting.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality in care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, safe and effective nursing care to staff, patients or consumers.
• Deliver care in a patient-centred and culturally appropriate manner.
• Contribute to clinical pathways development, health care planning and evaluation.

Skills

Emergency Nursing

Teamwork

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District – Quirindi NSW

• Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Part Time and Casual Opportunities Available


• Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse


• Remuneration: $37.83 - $41.10 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging


• Hours Per Week: Up to 38


• Requisition ID: REQ703392


• Location: Quirindi Community Hospital


• Closing Date: Sunday, 8th November 2026

Where you'll be working:

Known as the 'nest in the hills', Quirindi is located in the picturesque Liverpool Plains, less than an hours' drive from Tamworth. The town is surrounded by stunning landscapes and picture-perfect sunflower fields. Quirindi Health Service incorporates Quirindi Hospital, which is an acute hospital facility with 24hr/7day emergency department, and HealthOne Quirindi, which provides General Practice and Community Health services on site. These services all work in partnership to provide patient-centred and coordinated care to the local Liverpool Plains community.

About the role:

Quirindi Hospital is looking for Enrolled Nurses to join their wonderful team in the provision of high quality, safe, and effective nursing care to staff, patients or consumers using a person-centred approach to the Quirindi community and surrounds. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring effective delivery of quality, timely and culturally appropriate patient care to a diverse range of people with a wide variety of health issues related to physical or mental illness and/or other health challenges. The role will require a commitment to patient safety and quality in the delivery of healthcare, as well as the promotion of evidence informed practice within the ward/unit. This will be shown by: participating in the development and evaluation of clinical pathways; contributing to health care planning, practice and evaluation; and delivery of care in accordance with the National Patient Safety and Quality Standards.
The successful candidate will be provided with appropriate orientation and training, supported by the Health Service Manager, to enable them to excel in the role. Support will be provided onsite by members of the immediate work team, which may include multiple clinical professionals and inclusive of a full time Clinical Nurse Educator.

About you:

We are looking for motivated Enrolled Nurses, with experience in Emergency Nursing and/or recent experience in an Acute Care setting. You should have excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and demonstrate a capacity to work within a team. You will be open to learning experiences and view them as an opportunity to develop your skills. You will have a strong focus on patient centred care and will incorporate the principles of excellence into your work.

Requirements:

Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.

What we can offer you:

• Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development


• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero


• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)


• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)


• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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