Provide compassionate person-centred care at a pivotal time in patients lives supporting both residents and their families through the transition to aged care.
Employment Type:Permanent Full and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification:Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration:$66976.41 - $72773.45 Per Annum 12% Super Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week:Up to 38
Requisition ID:REQ627396
Location: Belmont Hospital
Closing: Monday 12th January 2026
Where Youll Be Working
The Transition to Residential Aged Care (TRAC) Unit is a 20-bed ward where acute care meets residential aged care. Patients who have recovered from their acute medical episode but are no longer safe to return home are supported through this transition with nurses working closely with families and carers to ensure a smooth compassionate handover into aged care facilities.
The team culture is supportive collaborative and patient-focused fostering a workplace where learning mentorship and holistic care are prioritised. Youll join a team that values empathy professionalism and making a real difference during a pivotal time in patients lives.
About the Role
As an Enrolled Nurse in the TRAC Unit youll provide high-quality geriatric nursing care including palliative care and social/emotional support to patients during their transition into residential aged care. Your work will help patients and families navigate what is often a challenging and emotional change ensuring care is delivered with dignity and compassion.
Youll be supported from day one with education and guidance available five days per week to help you develop confidence skills and clinical knowledge in aged care nursing. This is a rewarding role for nurses who enjoy building strong relationships with patients and families working collaboratively within a supportive team and making a meaningful impact in a unique care setting.
About You
You are a compassionate motivated Enrolled Nurse with a genuine interest in aged care. You bring strong communication skills a willingness to learn and a team-focused approach to patient care.
Junior nurses are warmly encouraged to apply with structured education and mentorship provided to support your growth and development in this specialised area of nursing.
Benefits
AtHunter New England Healthenjoy a career where youre challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
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Proximity to shopping and other services
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 $11600 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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Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).Forassistanceaddressing selection criteria visit: Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit: is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directivePD2024015: Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to new employees must agree tocomply withthe requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New EnglandHealthis dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people aligned with NSW Healths commitment to implementingthe 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 for confidential support to ensure an equitable barrier-free application process.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however part time arrangements will be considered.
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 isidentifiedfor 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 employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch 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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