Put your emergency nursing skills into action while growing your career in a supportive team.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum + 12% Superannaution + Salary packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ689954

Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital

Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026

About The Opportunity

Join the Emergency Department at Kurri Kurri District Hospital, a valued part of the Lower Hunter community serving Kurri Kurri, Abermain, Weston and Heddon Greta. This is an opportunity to join a supportive team where you can use your clinical skills across a diverse range of presentations while developing your emergency nursing experience. Whether you're an experienced Emergency Department nurse or a Registered Nurse looking to expand your skills, you'll be supported through a structured orientation and buddy program, guidance from experienced nursing staff and the Nurse Unit Manager, and access to ongoing education and professional development.

Morning and afternoon shifts are available, providing an opportunity to build your emergency nursing experience while maintaining flexibility.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department, you will:

- Provide safe, timely and person-centred nursing care to patients presenting with a broad range of conditions.
- Conduct clinical assessments and monitor patients, recognising and escalating changes in condition.
- Respond to emergency presentations and provide appropriate nursing interventions within your scope of practice.
- Prioritise and manage competing clinical needs in a busy emergency environment.
- Administer medications and treatments safely and effectively.
- Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health teams to support positive patient outcomes.
- Provide clear communication, education and reassurance to patients and their families.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to safe patient flow.
- Participate in ongoing education, professional development and quality improvement activities.

About You We're looking for a Registered Nurse who is confident, adaptable and ready to get involved.

You Will Be

- Experienced in Emergency Department nursing or have a solid interest in developing your emergency nursing skills.
- Hardworking, reliable and committed to providing high-quality patient care.
- Able to work independently while knowing when to seek support or escalate concerns.




- Confident managing a variety of clinical presentations and competing priorities.
- A positive team player who works collaboratively with colleagues across the service.
- Eager to learn, develop your skills and take advantage of professional development opportunities.
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a changing and fast-paced environment.

How You Will Be Supported You'll be part of a team that values support, learning and professional growth, with access to:

- A structured orientation and buddy program.
- Support from the Nurse Unit Manager and experienced nursing staff.
- Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities to broaden your emergency nursing skills and clinical experience.
- A supportive team environment where you can build confidence and progress your career.

What We Can Offer You ✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development ✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)

✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

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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

Additional Information 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.

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

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 [email protected] for confidential support.

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Renjith Augustine on [email protected]

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

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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 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 [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New 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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