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Enrolled Nurse
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Hunter New England Local Health District
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REQ581385 Requisition #


Join our team in Singleton and provide exceptional care
in a friendly rural environment!


Employment Type
: Temporary Full Time / Part time up until May 2026 - Looking for flexibility? Casual roles are on offer too.

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 per hour + 11.5% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ581385
Applications Close: Sunday, 22nd June 2025.



Where you’ll be working:

Singleton District Hospital is an acute care facility with 68 beds, serving the community of Singleton and the surrounding areas. In addition to hospital services, the local Community Health Service provides a wide range of community health programs. Singleton is a charming riverside town in the Hunter Valley, known for its rolling vineyards, colonial heritage, and abundant outdoor adventures. Just north of the town lies Lake St Clair, a popular destination for fishing, kayaking, sailing, and waterskiing.

Located on the banks of the Hunter River in NSW, Singleton is 202 km north-north-west of Sydney and 70 km north-west of Newcastle. With a population of 24,719 people (2021 census), Singleton is an ideal spot to explore acclaimed wineries and the unspoiled countryside. The town offers easy access to Sydney, just over a 2-hour drive away, or a convenient one-hour trip from Newcastle, with regular train services from Sydney making travel simple.



About the role:

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will work under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse to provide safe, high-quality, and person-centred care. You’ll support both Registered Nurses and Assistants in Nursing in delivering care that meets the needs of patients and contributes to a positive team environment.

You will be confident in working both independently and collaboratively, using your clinical skills and judgement within your scope of practice. We are committed to supporting all levels of skill and experience and value the unique contribution each team member brings. Whether you're just starting out or building on years of experience, you’ll be encouraged and supported to grow in your role. Your compassionate, professional approach will help ensure the delivery of consistent, high-quality care.


Requirements: 

Our successful candidate will possess the following: 

  • Enrolled Nurse (Medication Endorsed where applicable) with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.



Benefits:

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

  • Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
  • Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
  • 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
  • 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
  • Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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
  • Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 





Additional Information:

  • Click here for the Position Description
  • Find out more about applying for this position
  • An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 
  • We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.


For role related queries or questions contact Louise Alsleben on Louise.Alsleben@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: https://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.  
 

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. 

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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. 

 

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.  

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. 

 Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. 
 
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