Make a meaningful difference during one of the biggest transitions in a person’s life.

Remuneration: $75,011.91 – $81,508.14 p.a. 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until October 2027
Hours: 38 hours per week
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
location: Belmont Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ683839

Application close date: Thursday 17th September 2026

At the Transition to Residential Aged Care Unit, you will do more than provide nursing care. You will support older people and their families through an important transition in their lives, helping each person feel safe, respected and supported throughout their care journey.
Our 20-bed unit provides acute nursing care alongside compassionate, person-centred support for patients transitioning into residential aged care.

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will provide high-quality geriatric, palliative and supportive care while developing meaningful relationships with patients, families and carers. You will play an important role in ensuring care is delivered with dignity, compassion and respect.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality care tailored to each patient’s individual needs.
In this role, you will:

- Provide safe, effective and person-centred nursing care to patients and their families.
- Support patients, families and carers to understand their care needs and participate in informed decision-making.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in patients' conditions and clinical needs.
- Contribute to a positive, respectful and supportive team environment.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes for patients.
- Contribute to the education, supervision and support of students and colleagues, where appropriate.
- Promote dignity, independence and quality of life for older people throughout their care journey.

About You

You’re an Enrolled Nurse who sees the person behind the patient — someone who brings compassion, patience and a genuine desire to make a difference.
You’ll thrive in a role where every day is an opportunity to support someone through an important stage of their life. You’ll bring:

- Current Authority to Practice as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.
- Genuine interest in older people and geriatric nursing.
- Caring approach to aged care, dementia and medical nursing.




- Ability to build positive relationships with patients, families and carers.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing patient needs while delivering safe, person-centred care.
- Enthusiasm to learn, grow and develop in a supportive team.

Grow Your Career in the Transition to Residential Aged Care Unit

You do not need extensive aged care experience to make a meaningful contribution in this role. Junior Enrolled Nurses are encouraged to apply, with education and clinical support available five days a week to help you build confidence and develop your skills.
You will work alongside an experienced and supportive team while developing your knowledge and experience across geriatric nursing, dementia care, palliative care and the transition to residential aged care.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your nursing career while making a genuine difference to older people, their families and carers during an important stage of their lives.

The Perks

At Hunter New England Health, you'll enjoy a career where you're challenged by rewarding work, supported to grow professionally. You will enjoy:

- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance.
- - Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Ongoing professional development and mentoring

If you’re passionate about supporting older people and their families through an important life transition, we’d love to hear from you.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Janette Eeles on *************@health.nsw.gov.au

Additional information:

- 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.
- 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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or 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.

- This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered

Information for Applicants:

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

Hunter Recent England 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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