Registered Nurse

Grow your skills and contribute to excellent patient outcomes

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 per annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ663621

Applications Close: Tuesday 16th June 2026

"This Position works across multiple sites - The John Hunter Hospital, Belmont Hospital, Maitland Hospital and Calvery Mater at Waratah."

Hunter New England Imaging is seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team.

This rewarding role provides high-quality nursing care within a medical imaging and interventional environment, supporting patients undergoing diagnostic and procedural care across HNEI sites.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse with HNEI, you will:

• Deliver safe, person-centred care in collaboration with patients, families, carers, and the multidisciplinary team.

• Support patients throughout their healthcare journey by explaining procedures and clinical interventions to help them make informed decisions.

• Monitor and respond to changes in patients' clinical condition during pre- and post-procedural care.

• Practice in accordance with professional standards, clinical guidelines, policies, and procedures.

• Participate in a seven-day rotating on-call roster and work flexibly across HNEI sites as required.

Essential Requirements

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

• Accreditation and demonstrated competence in intravenous cannulation.

• Advanced Life Support and airway management certification, or willingness to obtain and maintain accreditation.

• Strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.

Why Join HNEI?

• Work in a specialised and innovative clinical environment.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Develop your skills in medical imaging and interventional nursing.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients every day.
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• 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

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For role related queries or questions contact Adam Heaton at ***email_hidden***

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

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

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 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 to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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

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.

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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