Build your surgical nursing skills, join a supportive team and enjoy a Monday-Friday work-life balance.

Employment Type:Casual
Position Classification:Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration:$37.83 -$41.10 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week:Up to 38
Requisition ID:REQ706659
Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital

Closing Date: Thursday, 10th December 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis

About the Opportunity

Looking to develop your surgical nursing skills while enjoying a outstanding work-life balance?

Join the dedicated perioperative team at Kurri Kurri District Hospital, a valued part of the Lower Hunter community, proudly serving Kurri Kurri, Abermain, Weston and Heddon Greta.

Our hospital provides a diverse range of services, including medical, specialist surgical, rehabilitation, emergency and allied health care. This offers a fantastic opportunity to broaden your clinical experience while working within a welcoming and collaborative healthcare team.

This Monday to Friday opportunity will see you working across a variety of surgical procedures within our Surgical Day Stay Unit, supporting patients throughout their surgical journey without the need for a rotating weekend roster.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will be an integral part of our close‑knitted Surgical Day Stay team, contributing to the delivery of safe, high‑quality and person‑centred care.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Supporting patients throughout their surgical journey, from admission and preparation through to post‑operative recovery and discharge.




- Providing nursing care within your scope of practice under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Monitoring patients, recognising changes in their condition and escalating concerns appropriately.
- Supporting patient comfort, safety and wellbeing throughout their admission.
- Providing information and reassurance to patients and their families.
- Working collaboratively with Registered Nurses, medical staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Contributing to a positive team environment and the smooth day‑to‑day operation of the unit.

From day one, you will be supported through a structured buddy program, guidance from the Nurse Unit Manager and access to ongoing professional development, including study days and education opportunities.

About You

You are a motivated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and is passionate about providing quality patient care.

You will demonstrate:

- Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.
- Relevant clinical experience in a medical or acute care setting.
- Previous perioperative or surgical nursing experience, or a genuine willingness to develop your skills in this area.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A collaborative and supportive approach to teamwork.




- The ability to work effectively in a busy clinical setting and manage competing priorities.
- A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

What We Can Offer You

- Monday to Friday working arrangement.
- A welcoming and supportive perioperative team.
- Structured buddy program and guidance from experienced nursing staff.
- Ongoing education, study days and professional development opportunities.
- The opportunity to develop your surgical and perioperative nursing skills within a supportive environment.
- 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.

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 youn

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