Maitland Hospital and Health Service is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join its Multi-Purpose Service and Emergency Department on a four-week contract from late August through September 2026. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic acute care workplace where you'll take on significant clinical responsibility, including working as the sole RN on shift. The role offers a competitive salary of AUD71.54 to AUD92.71 per hour, based in Maitland, South Australia.
- Work autonomously as the sole RN, managing triage, resuscitation, and emergency nursing across the MPS and ED
- AUD71.54 to AUD92.71 per hour, with possible extension beyond the initial four-week period
- High-acuity clinical exposure in a busy, well-supported acute care setting
Preferred Requirements
- Demonstrated experience working in a Multi-Purpose Service or similar acute care environment
- Proven ability to work independently as the sole RN on shift, managing competing priorities
- Competence in triage assessment and emergency nursing protocols
- Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or equivalent resuscitation certification
- Familiarity with Sunrise EMR or similar electronic medical record systems is desirable
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, with current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Post-graduate qualification or demonstrated experience in emergency nursing
- Additional training in trauma or acute care nursing is advantageous