Employment Type: Temporary Part Time

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Remuneration: $37.83 - $41.10 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 34

Requisition ID: REQ704258

Location:Singleton District Hospital

Closing Date: Thursday 12th November 2026

About the Opportunity

An opportunity is available for a motivated Enrolled Nurse to join our welcoming rural facility, where working together feels like being part of a family.

You will work within a General Medical Ward, which also provides care for patients in the Coronary Observation Unit (COU) and palliative care beds. As part of a close-knit and supportive team, you will contribute to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care to our local community. The position offers five days of work per week, with a supernumerary Team Leader available to provide support during morning and late shifts. After-hours and weekend support is also available through the Hospital in Charge (HIC).

What You Will Be Doing

Reporting to the Registered Nurse Team Leader and Nurse Unit Manager, you will be responsible for a patient allocation and the delivery of nursing care within your scope of practice.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing safe, effective and compassionate nursing care to patients.
• Undertaking clinical care and monitoring in accordance with your scope of practice.
• Recognising and reporting changes in patients' conditions to the Registered Nurse.
• Working collaboratively with Registered Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and contributing to positive patient outcomes.

About You

You are a dedicated and approachable Enrolled Nurse who enjoys working as part of a supportive team and is committed to providing quality patient care.

You will demonstrate:

• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Initiative and a proactive approach to your work.
• A supportive and team-focused attitude.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to ongoing learning and developing your clinical skills.
• The ability to manage your allocated patient workload while working within your scope of practice.

What we can offer you:

✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development

✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

✅ 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 temporary 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.

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 [email protected] for confidential support.

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For role related queries or questions contact Natalie Collinson on [email protected]

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 Websiteis 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 withNSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor 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 [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range ofbenefitssuch 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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