Staff Health Nurse - Targeted

Staff Health is based on the John Hunter Hospital Campus, proudly supporting a workforce of over 5,000 employees. Our close-knit team of seven is known for its friendly and supportive environment, ensuring new staff feel welcomed and valued.

In this role, you will be the first point of contact for enquiries, scheduling staff appointments, and assisting employees who have experienced exposure to blood-borne viruses. You will also play a key role in administering vaccinations in accordance with the OASV Policy and Ministry of Health directives. As part of a collaborative team, you will share responsibilities, contribute to managing disease outbreaks, and help maintain a safe and healthy workplace.

Staff Health operates Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, primarily working onsite at the John Hunter Hospital campus. Additionally, we engage with the broader Staff Health Network through quarterly meetings to foster collaboration and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) but will be fully supported by a team of experienced Registered Nurses (RNs), Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs), and the NUM throughout their learning journey. To ensure a smooth transition into the role, they will initially work alongside a dedicated RN, receiving hands-on guidance and mentorship until they feel confident navigating workflows and processes independently. This supportive environment fosters professional growth and sets the foundation for success in the role.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• A Supportive and Social Workplace – We believe in celebrating milestones together! From in-house birthday celebrations to team gatherings outside of work, including retirements, Christmas events, and other special occasions, we foster a strong sense of camaraderie.

• Open-Door Leadership and Ongoing Support – The NUM conducts monthly rounding with staff to check in and provide guidance. However, open communication is encouraged at all times, ensuring team members can raise concerns or seek support whenever needed.

• Opportunities for Additional Shifts – During our annual Influenza Vaccination Campaign (April–May), staff have the flexibility to take on extra shifts, offering both professional growth and additional earning potential.

Where you’ll be working: 

Nestled in the tranquil greenery of New Lambton Heights, John Hunter Hospital boasts an exceptional location just moments from Newcastle’s vibrant city centre. This world-class medical facility combines convenience and accessibility, serving patients and visitors from across the Hunter region and beyond. Surrounded by lush parks and serene landscapes, the hospital offers an ideal environment for healing and recovery, perfectly complementing its cutting-edge healthcare services.

With seamless connections to major roads and public transportation, John Hunter Hospital stands as a beacon of excellence in both care and convenience, catering to the needs of its diverse community with ease and grace.

Requirements:
Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Current immunisation certificate.
• Eligible to drive in NSW with a current unrestricted NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to travel for work purposes.

Ready to Make a Difference? We’d Love to Hear from You!

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a dedicated and detail-oriented team player.
• Demonstrates diligence, flexibility, and strong workload management skills.
• Has experience in Staff Health (preferred, but not essential - we’re happy to train the right candidate).
• Is competent in venepuncture (advantageous but not required).

If this sounds like you, don’t miss the opportunity to join our supportive and dynamic team!

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• 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.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Louise Iles on Louise.Iles@health.nsw.gov.au

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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