Make a difference close to home. Deliver care that helps people stay well in their community.

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Super + Salary packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ693830

Location: Cessnock Community Health

Closing Date: Sunday, 18th October 2026

About The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for a Casual Registered Nurse to join the friendly and supportive team at Cessnock Community Health.

Part of Hunter New England Local Health District, Cessnock Community Health provides a range of community-based nursing services to individuals and families across the Cessnock region. Our team delivers patient-centred care both in the clinic and within people's homes, helping clients remain safe, independent and well within their community. Our services include simple and complex wound care, IV medication administration, catheter care and management, PICC and Port-a-Cath care, immunisation and ongoing health support.

Located in the heart of the Hunter Valley, Cessnock Community Health supports a diverse rural and semi-rural community. You will work closely with GPs, allied health professionals and other service providers to deliver coordinated and holistic care.

You'll join a workplace where teamwork, open communication and mutual respect are genuinely valued. While the role provides the autonomy to work independently in the community, you'll be part of a connected team that encourages collaboration, shared decision-making and ongoing professional development.

What You Will Be Doing

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide high-quality,



person-centred nursing care across both clinic and home settings.

- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop care in partnership with clients.
- Provide simple and complex wound assessment and management.
- Provide catheter care and management.
- Administer medications, including IV medications within your scope of practice.
- Provide PICC and Port-a-Cath care.
- Support immunisation and health promotion activities.
- Provide education and support to clients and their families to promote health, independence and self-management.
- Work autonomously while maintaining strong connections with the broader multidisciplinary team.
- Communicate and collaborate with GPs, allied health professionals and other service providers to support coordinated care.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to changes in a client’s condition.
- Contribute to a safe, supportive and positive team environment.

As a casual position, shifts will vary according to service needs, providing flexibility while offering the opportunity to build valuable experience in community nursing.

About You

We are looking for a Registered Nurse who is confident working independently,



enjoys building relationships with clients and is passionate about delivering high-quality community-based care.

You Will Have

- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
- An unrestricted Australian driver's licence.
- Solid clinical assessment and decision‑making skills, particularly in wound assessment and management.
- The ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to build rapport with clients and families from diverse backgrounds.
- A compassionate, person-centred approach to care.
- Strong time-management, organisation and documentation skills.
- Reliability, professionalism and a commitment to safe, high‑quality clinical practice.
- A willingness to continue developing your community nursing skills.

Immunisation Qualifications and Experience Are Desirable But Not Essential.

How You Will Be Supported

You won't be expected to navigate community nursing alone. You'll receive a structured orientation and ongoing clinical support to help you confidently transition into the role.

Your orientation will include supernumerary shifts, allowing you to become familiar with service processes, documentation systems and community workflows while working alongside experienced team members.

You Will Also Have Access To

- Clinical guidance and support from the Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE).
- Support with competency development and best‑practice clinical care.
- A friendly and collaborative team environment.
- NSW Health mandatory training and online learning opportunities.
- In-service education and

📌 Registered Nurse (Cessnock)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Cessnock