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

4 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Manning Emergency Department is part of Hunter New England Health, located in New South Wales. We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our busy ED with a minimum 24 months’ acute nursing experience.

This permanent full-time role is 38 hours per week, offering opportunities to develop emergency nursing skills within a supportive team. Join a multidisciplinary environment focused on high-quality patient care, professional development, and a welcoming workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse registration.
• Minimum 24 months’ acute nursing experience.
• Genuine 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, patient-centred emergency nursing care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development within the ED.

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.

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.

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 matters most to us is your attitude, commitment to patient care, willingness to learn and ability to contribute positively to our team.

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

For role related queries or questions contact Kaley Barnett on [e-mail]

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 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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