Registered Nurse Coronary Care Unit - Targeted

Grow your career in one of the region's leading cardiac services.

Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full & Part-time opportunities available

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Hours Per Week: Up to 38hrs/week

Requisition ID: REQ669100

Closing Date: Monday, 6th July 2026

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access.

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting time to join the Coronary Care Unit (CCU) at John Hunter Hospital. Our 12-bed acute unit is a specialist service within a Level 6 Tertiary Referral Hospital, providing care for patients from across Hunter New England.

You'll work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team caring for patients with:

• Acute STEMI and other Acute Coronary Syndromes
• Structural Heart Disease
• TAVI and MitraClip procedures
• Cardiac arrhythmias and heart failure

The unit is also relocating to the new and updated John Hunter Hospital North Block, offering a modern workspace designed to support both exceptional patient care and staff wellbeing.

About You

Whether you already have acute cardiology experience or are looking to develop your skills in this specialty area, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for nurses who:

• Work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Are eager to learn and develop their clinical skills.
• Are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
Acute cardiology experience is desirable, but not essential. We welcome nurses with the right attitude and commitment to learning.

Why Join Our Team

At CCU, you'll be supported from day one by an experienced and dedicated team, including our Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Consultants, Educators and Registered Nurses.

We are committed to your professional growth and offer:

• Comprehensive orientation and supernumerary support.
• Structured education and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Mentorship from experienced cardiac nurses and clinical leaders.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• The opportunity to build a rewarding career in a highly specialised and evolving area of nursing.
• Allocated day off each month (for full-time employees)
• Paid Parental and annual leave (for eligible employees)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing
• Increase your take home pay with Salary Packaging and Fitness Passport options

Join us and be part of an exciting new chapter as we move into our new home in the John Hunter Hospital North Block and continue delivering exceptional cardiac care to our community.

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For role related queries or questions contact Kylie Winchester on ***email_hidden***

Additional Information

• 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.
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered 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.
• 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

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.

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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