Registered Nurse Liver Service - Targeted

Join our dedicated team at John Hunter Hospital as a Registered Nurse specialising in chronic liver disease, where you'll make a meaningful impact on patient care while advancing your clinical skills.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 Per Year + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 24

Location: Awabakal Country - John Hunter Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ539488

Applications Close: Tuesday, 7th January 2025

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.

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:

• Orientation plus ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Be a part of our close-knit team!
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance 
• 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 
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

About the role:

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team specialising in the management of chronic liver disease. As part of our multidisciplinary team, you will play an important role in coordinating, assessing, planning, and implementing care for patients diagnosed with liver disease across outpatient and inpatient settings. Your responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive patient assessments, performing physical examinations, and utilising liver stiffness measurements to support treatment decisions. Collaborating closely with our Nurse Practitioner and medical specialists, you will participate in the development of tailored care plans to meet the unique needs of each patient.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a keen interest in or possess experience with managing chronic liver disease. Organisational skills, computer literacy, and a commitment to patient-centred care are essential. While prior knowledge of liver disease is advantageous, we provide comprehensive training and support to ensure your professional growth. You will have the opportunity to expand your clinical skills, including the administration of specialised tests within our service.

This part-time position offers day shifts, Monday to Friday, with flexible hours between (7:00 - 16:30). There may be opportunities to take on extra shifts within our Gastroenterology Department to cover leave, providing further professional development and exposure.

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.

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.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
• Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) 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.
• 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.

Requirements: 

Our successful candidate will possess the following:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
  
  

Want to know more?

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For role related queries or questions contact Sheree Auckram on Sheree.Auckram@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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