Make a Difference. Build Your Skills. Grow Your Career

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Employment Type: Full-time positions available until January 2027 Position Classification: Registered Nurse Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week Location: Maitland Hospital Requisition ID: REQ Application close date: Sunday 27th September 2026

Join a Team Where You’re Supported to Succeed

Ward 5D at Maitland Hospital is a welcoming Medical and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation unit where teamwork and person-centred care come first. Be part of a close-knit team helping patients regain independence and achieve their rehabilitation goals. With an approachable leadership team, experienced nurses and Clinical Nurse Educator support, you’ll have the prospect to build confidence, develop your clinical skills and grow your career. Whether you’re experienced in rehabilitation or ready to learn, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Why Ward 5D?

You’ll enjoy:

- Supportive team and strong leadership
- Develop your medical and rehabilitation skills
- Clinical Nurse Educator support
- Person-centred care that makes a difference
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Inclusive and culturally safe workplace

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse on Ward 5D, you’ll provide compassionate, person-centred care while working with a supportive multidisciplinary team across assessment, care planning, medication management, clinical monitoring and discharge planning. You’ll be supported to grow from day one, with guidance from an approachable Nurse Unit Manager, experienced nursing team and Clinical Nurse Educator. Build your confidence, strengthen your skills and take the next step in your career. New to rehabilitation? No problem. Bring your passion for nursing and willingness to learn — we’ll support you to develop and succeed.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a compassionate, motivated and reliable Registered Nurse who genuinely values teamwork and person-centred care. You’ll bring:

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A positive and adaptable approach to nursing
- A commitment to safe, high-quality and person-centred care




- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- A willingness to learn, develop and support colleagues
- A commitment to professional development and continuous improvement

Essential Requirements

- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

- Experience across a diverse range of surgical specialties.
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 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

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.

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

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:

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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.

Hunter New EnglandHealthis dedicated to fostering a child-protected 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.

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