Enrolled Nurse

Hunter New England Local Health District; Tamworth; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

EAP for staff and family

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking an Enrolled Nurse for Tamworth Hospital to contribute to safe, compassionate, and person-centred patient care. You will work under the guidance of Registered Nurses and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support assessments, planning and delivery of nursing care.

You will have opportunities to develop clinical skills, maintain AHPRA registration, and grow within a supportive health service committed to quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Enrolled Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.

Responsibilities

• Support Registered Nurses and medical staff in delivering safe, compassionate care.
• Contribute to assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of patient nursing care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet patient needs.
• Provide person-centred care and engage with patients and families.

Skills

Nursing

AHPRA registration

Job description

Are you an Enrolled Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a meaningful difference to patients every day?

About The Role

Join a welcoming and collaborative nursing team at Tamworth Hospital, where Enrolled Nurses are valued members of the multidisciplinary team and play an important role in delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care. As an Enrolled Nurse, you will work alongside Registered Nurses, medical staff and other healthcare professionals, contributing directly to the care and experience of patients and their families. You will have the opportunity to build your clinical experience, develop your skills and be part of a dynamic health service focused on providing quality care and achieving the best possible outcomes for our patients. Working under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse, you will contribute to the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised nursing care.

About You

We are looking for Enrolled Nurses who are passionate about providing person-centred care and genuinely enjoy being part of a nursing team.

You Will Be Someone Who

• Communicates sensitively and effectively with patients, families and colleagues.
• Respects the individual needs, rights and preferences of patients.
• Works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is proactive in recognising and responding to patient needs.
• Is committed to safe, evidence-based nursing practice.
• Can adapt positively to changing care needs and clinical environments.
• Approaches challenging situations in a calm, personable and professional manner.
• Is motivated to learn, develop and contribute to the nursing team.

Essential Requirements

• Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.

Whether you are an experienced Enrolled Nurse looking for your next opportunity, or you are earlier in your nursing career and ready to continue developing your clinical practice, we would love to hear what you could bring to our team!

Why join us?

• Make a genuine difference to patients and their families
• Work as part of a supportive and collaborative nursing team
• Develop Your Clinical Skills And Experience
• Supportive and collaborative team
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – supporting true work-life balance
• Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport – 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. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Important Information

• 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. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support.
• 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.

Additional Information

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 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. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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