Registered Nurse - JHH Opportunities - Targeted

NSW Health; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

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Job summary

John Hunter Hospital in NSW is offering Registered Nurse opportunities under Targeted recruitment. Multiple inpatient ward roles across medical and surgical specialties with full-time, part-time or casual options.

Remuneration ranges from $81,748 to $114,772 per year plus superannuation and salary packaging. Visa sponsorship is not available; Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job description

Registered Nurse - JHH Opportunities - Targeted

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ686372

Care. Connect. Grow.

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Various Opportunities Available

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Hours Per Week: Up to 38hrs per week

Location: John Hunter Hospital / Awabakal Country

Requisition ID: REQ686372

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply, and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

Medical & Interventional Services (M&IS) and Surgical Services

At John Hunter Hospital , we’re creating more than careers - we’re building a workforce that reflects and strengthens our community. Join one of NSW’s leading tertiary hospitals and be part of a supportive team where your culture, knowledge and contribution are valued.

Following the completion of the $835 million JHH North redevelopment , you’ll work in state-of-the-art facilities while caring for patients across a diverse range of inpatient specialties.

Voices from Our Team!

It’s the people that make John Hunter Hospital special. You’re supported to grow, encouraged to learn, and surrounded by colleagues who genuinely care

- John Greentree, A/Deputy Director of Nursing, Medical and Interventional Services

I started as a new grad here in 2003, and I’m still proud to call John Hunter Hospital home. The support, the teamwork, and the opportunities for growth are second to none.

- Kristy Connelly, Deputy Director of Nursing, Surgical Services

Explore Our Inpatient Nursing Opportunities

This recruitment is exclusively for inpatient ward opportunities across John Hunter Hospital. Whether you’re seeking full-time, part-time or casual employment, we have temporary and permanent positions available across a range of medical and surgical specialties.

Find the Ward to Suit Your Experience & Career Goals!

Medical & Interventional Services

• G3 - Cardiology & Gastroenterology
• F2 - Respiratory & Infectious Diseases
• K1 - Nephrology
• MACU - Medical Assessment Coordination Unit
• Rankin Park South - Rehabilitation
• Rankin Park North - Rehabilitation

Surgical Services

• F1 - Orthopaedics
• E2 - Urology & Ophthalmology
• J3 - General Surgery (Colorectal & Upper GI)
• F3 - Cardiovascular & Vascular Surgery
• AGSU / Transplant - Acute General Surgical Unit & Transplant

Please note: These vacancies do not include Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, Critical Care or other high-acuity specialty areas.

Please refer to the job board for other available ward vacancies, https://bit.ly/4x6qK4r

Why Join Us?

Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your career or find a workplace where you can truly belong, John Hunter Hospital offers opportunities to grow, develop and make a difference.

• Grow your career with specialty education, mentoring and leadership pathways
• Belong to a supportive team that values collaboration, culture and wellbeing
• Modern facilities designed to support outstanding patient care and staff wellbeing.
• Support to succeed with education, mentoring and career development pathways.
• Flexibility with a variety of employment types and ward specialties.
• Monthly day off for full-time employees
• Up to 6 weeks annual leave and Paid Parental leave (for eligible employees)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• 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].
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• Job share / part time arrangements will be considered
• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.

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 packaging 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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