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MedicalJobsAustralia.com Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time until January 2027Position Classification: Registered NurseRemuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 + Super + Salary PackagingHours Per Week: 18Requisition ID: REQ687665Located in: Cessnock Community HealthApplications Close: Monday 5th October 2026Make a difference where it matters most - in the communityAre you a Registered Nurse looking for a role where you can build meaningful relationships with patients and make a real difference to their health and independence?Join the team at Cessnock Community Health and enjoy a varied community nursing role where no two days are the same. You'll provide care across both clinic and home settings, supporting patients to remain safe, independent and well within their own communities.Where you'll be workingCessnock Community Health is part of Hunter Current England Local Health District and provides a range of community-based services to individuals and families across the Hunter Valley.You'll join a friendly and supportive team that values collaboration, open communication and professional development. Working alongside GPs, allied health professionals and other healthcare providers, you'll play an important role in delivering coordinated, patient-centred care close to home.About the roleThis is a rewarding opportunity to use your clinical skills in a community setting while enjoying a high level of autonomy and variety.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:Conducting comprehensive nursing assessmentsProviding simple and complex wound careCatheter care and managementMedication administration, including IV therapiesPICC and Port-a-cath careImmunisation, where appropriately qualifiedProviding education and support to patients and their familiesWorking collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient careExperience in wound care would be a strong assetAbout youWe're looking for a Registered Nurse who is confident, compassionate and enjoys working independently while being part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.To be successful, you will have:Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skillsExperience in wound care is highly desirableImmunisation experience is desirable,



but not essentialExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsThe ability to work autonomously and effectively manage your timeA patient-centred approach to careEssential CriteriaCurrent AHPRA registration as a Registered NurseA current unrestricted Australian driver's licence - essential for the roleWhy join us?If you enjoy variety, autonomy and building genuine connections with patients, community nursing offers the prospect to make a lasting difference beyond the hospital setting.You'll have the chance to provide care in patients' homes and within the community, helping people maintain their health, independence and quality of life -while being supported by a team that values your contribution.BenefitsAt Hunter New England Health, you'll enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join a team enriching health in millions of ways every day.Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zeroProximity to shopping and other servicesPaid parental leave for eligible employeesSalary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasingFitness Passport - discounted gym options for you and your familyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family membersAccess to ongoing professional development and career opportunitiesAdditional InformationTo 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 temporary part-time vacanciesHunter 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?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Susan Dawber on [email protected] 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-3vL5fq2Stepping Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https:--bit.ly-HNEHealthSteppingUpThis is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer.All current 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 ofbenefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Connect with us onFacebookandLinkedIn! Click here to Apply now →

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