Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Southern NSW Local Health District; Cessnock; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ692986 Requisition #

Employment Type:Permanent Full Time, Part Time & Casual
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ692986
Location: Cessnock Hospital
Applications Close:Monday 28th September 2026

Where you’ll be working

Cessnock District Hospital is located in a vibrant regional town surrounded by renowned vineyards, award-winning dining and beautiful countryside in the heart of the Hunter Valley.
The hospital provides emergency, surgical and general medical services to a rapidly growing community and is currently undergoing a major redevelopment that will transform local healthcare. Our Emergency Department is set to transition into a state-of-the-art facility in 2027, featuring a 14-bed ED, dedicated Fast Track area and two resuscitation bays, creating an exciting future for emergency care in the region.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and confident Registered Nurse with experience in Emergency or an acute care setting who is interested in joining our supportive rural Emergency Department team.
In this role, you will deliver high-quality, compassionate care to adult and paediatric patients across a wide range of emergency presentations. Working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, you will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patients receive exceptional care during critical moments.
Your strong clinical judgement, ability to prioritise under pressure and commitment to person-centred care will be essential in supporting patients and their families through emergency situations. You will also provide leadership within the team by delegating care to Enrolled Nurses and Assistants in Nursing according to their scope of practice, while maintaining a strong focus on safe, effective patient outcomes.

About you

We’re looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Experience in Emergency or acute nursing
• A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills
• A compassionate and patient-focused approach
• The ability to work a 7-day rotating roster, including nights and public holidays

Preferred

• Certification in Advanced Life Support (ALS) for adult and paediatric patients
• Triage certification (ETEK), or currently working towards it

Emergency or acute care experience is essential to ensure you can confidently perform rapid patient assessment, prioritise care effectively and respond to urgent clinical situations.

• 3–5 day orientation program
• Fast-tracked pathways for experienced Emergency Nurses
• Supported transition into Emergency Nursing with progression from core ED skills to advanced practice
• Ongoing guidance from Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Specialists
• Opportunities for postgraduate study with university partners

Requirements

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Benefits

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• 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

• Find out more about applying for this position
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• If you are a current HNE employee, you may not need to apply. Please contact the hiring manager for more information.

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
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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.

Hunter New England Healthis 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.

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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