Registered Nurse Casual

Hunter New England Local Health District; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing learning

Salary packaging up to 11,600 + novate

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Welcome Experience

Job summary

Maitland Hospital within Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking an experienced Casual Registered Nurse to join the Medical and Surgical Acute Care team. You’ll provide patient-centred care in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, with flexible casual hours up to 38 per week and competitive hourly remuneration.

Join a team dedicated to high-quality care, clinical excellence and ongoing learning. NSW Health values flexible arrangements and supports salary packaging options.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience in medical and surgical acute care nursing.
• Compassionate, patient-centred approach to care.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care in medical/surgical acute care.
• Work with patients and families to achieve identified care goals.
• Assess and respond to clinical needs for safe hospital stay.
• Communicate effectively with the care team to coordinate care.
• Contribute to patient safety and quality improvement.

Skills

AHPRA RN Registration

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

Make a difference in patient care. Join a collaborative team at Maitland Hospital.

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

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

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ698686

Location: Maitland Hospital

Closing Date: Sunday 6th December 2026

About The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Casual Registered Nurse to join the Medical and Surgical Acute Care team at Maitland Hospital.

You’ll be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate and patient-centred care to patients with a range of medical and surgical needs. This casual opportunity offers the flexibility to contribute your clinical skills and experience while supporting the delivery of safe and effective care.

What You Will Be Doing

• Deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred nursing care to patients within the medical and surgical acute care setting.
• Work collaboratively with patients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team to achieve identified care goals and positive patient outcomes.
• Assess and respond to patients’ clinical needs, supporting safe and effective care throughout their hospital stay.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, carers and colleagues to support coordinated care.
• Contribute to a positive team environment focused on patient safety, quality improvement and best practice.

About You

You are an experienced Registered Nurse with a background in medical and surgical acute care nursing. You bring sound clinical knowledge, strong assessment and communication skills, and a commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.

You Will Also Demonstrate

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience in medical and surgical acute care nursing.
• A compassionate, person-centred approach to patient care.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication, organisation and clinical decision-making skills.
• A commitment to patient safety, professional standards and ongoing learning.
• If you’re an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a casual opportunity to contribute to a supportive team and make a meaningful difference to patients, we encourage you to apply.

What We Can Offer You

• Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• 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
• 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

Additional Information

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.

For role related queries or questions contact Sommer Harrison on [e-mail]

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.

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 is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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.

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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