Registered Nurse - Maternity And Gynaecology - Targeted

Registered Nurse – Maternity and Gynaecology - Targeted

John Hunter Hospital

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.

About the role:

In this role as a Registered Nurse, you will deliver compassionate, high-quality care to women from various medical specialties. This position allows you to practice your skills across a wide range of disciplines, primarily caring for surgical patients assigned to the surge beds.

This position is based in the K3 Surge beds, managed by the Maternity and Gynaecology service. Ward K3 features eight flexible beds that are available during periods of high hospital activity.

You may occasionally be redeployed to the K3 Gynaecology beds or to another area within John Hunter Hospital.

Where you’ll be working: 

• This is an opportunity to work for the largest employer in the region which services a population of more than 900,000 across the Hunter, New England, and Lower Mid North Coast areas. John Hunter Hospital is a Level 6, tertiary referral, major trauma and teaching hospital and is the largest hospital in the Hunter New England Local Health District. HNELHD has strong, innovative connections with the University of Newcastle and Hunter Medical Research Institute.
• As the largest employer in the region, we encourage our staff to use their knowledge, skills, and experience to innovate and challenge existing methods of operating for the benefit of our patients. Meeting the principles of excellence, every patient, every time.
• The NSW Government has committed $835 million to redevelop the John Hunter and John Hunter Children's Hospital. The John Hunter Health and Innovation Precinct project will deliver an innovative and integrated precinct with industry-leading facilities.  The project will work in collaboration with health, education, and research partners to meet the current and future needs of the greater Newcastle, Hunter New England, and Northern NSW regions.
• The K3 team is known for having an exceptionally positive culture, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment that greatly enhances the work experience.

Benefits: 

• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees).
• Four (4) weeks annual leave for temporary and permanent employees (pro-rata if part time).
• Fitness Passport.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
• Working for a highly regarded public health facility, where supporting the local community is at the forefront of our business strategy.
• Career Development opportunity.
• An orientation day will be provided with ongoing support from a Clinical Nurse Educator.
• Regular education opportunities will be provided through the Maternity and Gynaecology Service’s Education Team as well as access to hospital-wide education opportunities.

Requirements:Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants.
• Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive 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 HNELHD 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 *********@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

HNE 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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