Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Hunter New England Local Health District; Taree; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing learning and professional dev.

4 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Welcome Experience

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse to join Manning Emergency Department. The role requires a minimum of 24 months’ acute nursing experience and a commitment to delivering patient-centred, high‑quality care in a fast-paced ED.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to manage flow and provide compassionate care to a diverse patient group. The department offers strong professional development, a supportive environment, and opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse registration.
• Minimum 24 months’ acute nursing experience.
• Commitment to safe, compassionate and high‑quality patient care.
• Willingness to learn and develop within emergency nursing.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality emergency nursing care in a fast-paced environment.
• Support patient flow and safe clinical practice in Manning ED.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver timely care.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development and quality improvement.

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) registration

Job description

\" Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 + Super + Salary Packaging Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ689752 Closing Date: Tuesday 28th October 2026 Location: Manning

Manning Emergency Department is located on the beautiful Mid North Coast and proudly provides emergency care to the Taree, Forster, Old Bar, Harrington and surrounding communities. We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Emergency Department team. Our multidisciplinary team includes Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Technical Assistants, Patient Experience Officers, medical staff and a range of other dedicated healthcare professionals, all working together to provide high-quality care and achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients. At Manning Emergency Department, we pride ourselves on our diverse and supportive team environment. We value collaboration, professional development and building strong relationships with our colleagues. Our team enjoys a strong social culture and we strive to create a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued and part of the Manning ED family. If you are looking for an opportunity to develop your emergency nursing skills, work within a supportive multidisciplinary team and become part of a welcoming and inclusive workplace, we would love to hear from you. Join the Manning Emergency Department team and build your future in emergency nursing. Manning Emergency Department sees just under 39,000 patients each year, averaging approximately 106 presentations per day, across a diverse mix of adult and paediatric patients. We are proud of the progress our department has made and are continuing to build a strong, skilled and supportive team focused on delivering safe, timely and high-quality care to our community. Following the successful implementation of safe staffing levels and recruitment to our enhanced FTE profile, our workforce is well positioned to support both our patients and our staff. Our medical workforce has also strengthened, with a strong focus on collaboration, teamwork and building a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

About the role

Manning Emergency Department is seeking a Registered Nurse with a minimum of 24 months’ acute nursing experience to join our team. We are looking for someone who is:
Kind, caring and compassionate.
Committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Enthusiastic about developing a career in emergency nursing.
Motivated to continue learning and expanding their clinical knowledge and skills.
Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Adaptable, professional and committed to safe clinical practice. Our well-established fast-track model, supported by experienced Nurse Practitioners and our medical workforce, enables us to provide timely care to appropriate patients while supporting patient flow and improving the overall emergency department experience.

About You

Essential: Current Registered Nurse registration.
Minimum 24 months’ acute nursing experience.
A genuine commitment to safe, compassionate and high-quality patient care.
A willingness to learn and develop within emergency nursing.
The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable but not essential

• Previous emergency department experience.
• Experience using the Single Digital Patient Record (SDPR). SDPR experience is welcomed but not essential. We recognise that systems and workflows can be learned, and we are committed to providing the training, education and support you need to become confident in using SDPR.

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
• 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. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 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. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained in 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.