Position: Registered Nurse - Recovery

Location: John Hunter Hospital

Employment Type: Temporary Full & Part Time, Casual until November 2027

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging

Hours per week: up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ703496

Closing date: Sunday 8th November, 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.

Where you'll be working

The Post Anaesthetic Recovery Unit at John Hunter Hospital is a dynamic and essential part of Perioperative Services. The unit has a strong focus on efficiency, patient safety, and best-practice standards in acute care.

The team culture within the Recovery Unit is supportive, collaborative, and committed to professional development. Staff work together in a fast-paced environment to ensure patients and staff are welcomed and supported.

About the Role

In this role, you will be responsible for providing specialised post-anaesthetic care, closely monitoring patients, managing pain and complications, and ensuring a smooth and safe transition to the next stage in the patient’s journey. Day to day duties include vital sign observation, administering medications, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about acute care nursing, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real difference in patients’ surgical journeys. It offers valuable hands-on experience, ongoing professional development, and the chance to work in a cutting-edge healthcare facility.

Typical shifts are structured around the hospital’s surgical schedule, involving morning, afternoon, and night shifts. Full time, part time, and casual options are available.

You would be working as part of a close-knit multidisciplinary team, including nurses, anaesthetists, surgeons, and allied health professionals, with plenty of collaboration and support throughout each shift. While patient care is often one-on-one, the environment encourages teamwork to deliver the best outcomes.

About You

We’re looking for candidates who are compassionate, attentive, and able to remain calm under pressure. Strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work efficiently both independently and within a team are essential. A genuine commitment to patient-centred care and continuous learning will help you thrive in this role.

Requirements:

- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

What you'll get in return

This role is strongly supported by a caring and encouraging team culture that values open and honest communication. You will have access to experienced mentors and senior staff who provide guidance and support. A team of Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Specialists are available to help provide support in the unit.

We offer:

✅ Salary packaging options up to $11,600, plus novated leasing

✅ Fitness Passport offering discounted gym and wellness options for you and your family

✅ Access to the Employee Assistance Program for confidential support for staff and their families

✅ Access to a fleet vehicle for work-related travel

✅ Professional development opportunities and supported training

✅ Access to My Health Learning and a range of internal and external education and training opportunities

✅ The opportunity to work in a diverse and rewarding community setting

✅ An inclusive and supportive team culture, with opportunities to connect through team initiatives and professional networks

✅ The opportunity to work closely with experienced team members, providing valuable peer support and knowledge sharing

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Olivia Holmes on [email protected]

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 temporary full time and temporarypart-timevacancies.

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

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: 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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