Enrolled Nurse - Targeted

Join our Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery team! Provide exceptional care with strong support and opportunities for professional growth.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Remuneration: $63,130.85 - $68,599.17 Per Year + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Awabakal Country | John Hunter Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ527329

Ad Closing Date: Sunday, 24th November 2024

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.

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Work-Life balance!
• A monthly birthday celebration with the team
• Ongoing education program
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• 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.

About the role:

We are seeking a dedicated Enrolled Nurse to join our dynamic Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Unit. In this role, you will provide exceptional pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing cardiothoracic and vascular surgeries. Our unit is known for its strong support system, with daily access to Clinical Nurse Educators, even after hours. You'll be responsible for planning patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams, advocating for patients and families, and managing complex wounds and discharge planning. Strong clinical assessment, time management, and communication skills are essential, and experience in wound care is highly regarded.

We offer a rotating roster for work-life balance, comprehensive orientation, supernumerary days, and mentorship from senior nurses. You will also benefit from ten educational sessions by our multidisciplinary team, plus hands-on experience in the cardiothoracic theatres. Our supportive manager will guide your professional development through regular reviews and training. Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery experience is preferred but not required.


Where you’ll be working:

John Hunter Hospital is situated within the Hunter New England Local Health District, ideally positioned between stunning beaches and the renowned Hunter Valley vineyards, just an hour's drive away. The hospital offers easy access to public transport and is conveniently located near several public schools and major shopping centres.

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.


Requirements:

Our successful candidate will possess the following:

•  Current registration as a Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA

Need more information?

  1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Natalie Feeney on Natalie.Feeney@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
• 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. 

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: http://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 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 nswhealth@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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