General Medical Unit - Enrolled Nurse

Expand Your Skills. Make a Difference Every Day

Remuneration: $72,825.63 to $79,134.02 p.a.+ Superannuation + Salary packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Hours Per Week: 38 hrs/week

Location: Armidale Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ673797

Applications Close: Sunday 5th July 2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated Enrolled Nurse seeking your next opportunity in acute care? Join the welcoming and supportive team within Armidale Hospital's General Medical Unit and be part of an environment where your skills, professional growth, and wellbeing are genuinely valued.

Why Join Us?

You'll be welcomed into a dynamic team of enthusiastic, caring and highly skilled nurses who are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

Whether you're looking to strengthen your acute care skills or further develop your clinical expertise, you'll have access to ongoing support, education and professional development opportunities to help you thrive. Our 32-bed acute mixed medical unit offers a unique opportunity to care for a diverse range of patients across specialties including Palliative Care, Rehabilitation, Acute Stroke, Aged Care, Cognitive Impairment, Cardiac Telemetry and General Medicine. With no two days the same, you'll gain valuable experience while making a genuine difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Supported by an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and dedicated Clinical Nurse Educators, you'll be encouraged to grow your confidence, expand your knowledge and progress your nursing career.

About The Role & You

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and thrives in a collaborative team environment. You will bring a positive attitude, strong clinical foundations, and a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

What You Bring

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse
• Acute care experience or relevant acute care training
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Commitment to continuous learning and teamwork
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As an Enrolled Nurse in our General Medical Unit, you will deliver safe, compassionate, evidence-based care to patients with acute and complex conditions as part of a multidisciplinary team.

In this role, you will provide patient-centred care, collaborate with the healthcare team, and continue developing your clinical skills.

This is a great opportunity to grow your acute care experience and make a meaningful difference for patients and their families.

Discover The Benefits Of Regional Living

Enjoy a rewarding career while experiencing the lifestyle benefits of beautiful regional NSW. Armidale offers a welcoming community, affordable living, excellent schools, stunning natural surroundings and a fantastic work-life balance.

• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 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

If you're ready to grow your nursing career, work alongside a supportive team and make a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your nursing journey with Armidale Hospital.

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Megan Langford on ***email_hidden***

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.
• The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
• 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.

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: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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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.

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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