Registered Nurse - Casual

Hunter New England Local Health District; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

12% Superannuation

Professional development

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a casual Registered Nurse to join John Hunter Hospital ICU in Newcastle. You will deliver safe, evidence-based care to critically ill patients in a Level 6 ICU, helping expand the Retrieval Service and support a new clinical services building opening in late 2026.

You will develop clinical skills across trauma and specialist services, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to education, mentoring and quality improvement

Qualifications

• A genuine commitment to safe, compassionate and person-centred care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Initiative, flexibility and a positive approach to learning.
• The ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing clinical environment.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
• A willingness to develop your critical care knowledge and clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based and person-centred care to critically ill patients.
• Develop your clinical skills across major trauma, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, vascular surgery and other specialist services.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Contribute to education, mentoring, research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the learning and development of students, new graduates and colleagues.

Skills

Critical care nursing

ICU experience

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Evidence-based practice

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Big things are happening at John Hunter Hospital ICU — and this is your opportunity to be part of it.

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Requisition ID: REQ690701

Application close date: Sunday 18th of October 2026

Join one of Australia’s leading Level 6 Intensive Care Units and take your critical care career to the next level. With an expanding Retrieval Service and a brand-new clinical services building opening in late 2026, it’s an exciting time to join us.

As the region’s major trauma centre, you’ll gain valuable experience caring for critically ill patients across a diverse range of specialties, supported by a skilled and collaborative team.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver safe, evidence-based and person-centred care to critically ill patients.
• Develop your clinical skills across major trauma, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, vascular surgery and other specialist services.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Contribute to education, mentoring, research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the learning and development of students, new graduates and colleagues.

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine commitment to safe, compassionate and person-centred care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Initiative, flexibility and a positive approach to learning.
• The ability to adapt to a fast-paced and changing clinical environment.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
• A willingness to develop your critical care knowledge and clinical skills.

Why join us?

• Develop specialist skills – Gain experience in a leading Level 6 ICU with a diverse and complex patient mix.
• Feel supported – Access structured orientation, bedside teaching, clinical coaching and support from experienced educators and senior nurses.
• Grow your career – Benefit from education workshops, simulation and the NSW Intensive Care Nursing Education Pathway.
• Make an impact – Get involved in research, education and quality improvement initiatives.
• Shape the future – Be part of an exciting period of growth as John Hunter Hospital transitions to a state-of-the-art clinical services building.
• Enjoy Newcastle – Experience beautiful beaches, Hunter Valley vineyards, vibrant cafés and a relaxed regional lifestyle.

What We Can Offer You

Join John Hunter Hospital ICU and help shape the future of critical care across Hunter New England.

• Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• 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

For role related queries or questions contact Neralee Horwood on [e-mail]

Information For Applicants

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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