Make a difference. Build your skills. Support recovery. Join the Lakeview team.
Remuneration: $81,748.17 – $114,771.98 p.a.+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Position: Registered Nurse
Employment Type: Permanent and Temporary Full-Time positions available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours: 38 hours per week
Location: Belmont Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ681062
Application Close Date: Sunday 23rd August 2026
DACS is committed to improving health outcomes and reducing the harms associated with substance use. Our services work with individuals, families, carers and the wider community to provide accessible, evidence-based and person-centred treatment and support.
At Lakeview, you’ll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference by supporting people during an important and often challenging stage of their recovery.
Every interaction is an opportunity to build trust, reduce harm and support a person towards positive change.
Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll:
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Complete clinical assessments, care planning and patient observations.
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Provide withdrawal management and medication administration.
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Support case management and care coordination.
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Build trusting therapeutic relationships with patients.
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Use motivational interviewing and brief interventions to support recovery.
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Recognise and respond to changing clinical needs.
Every interaction is an opportunity to build trust, reduce harm and support positive change.
About you
Are you a compassionate, resilient and motivated Registered Nurse who builds trust and engages with patients in a calm, respectful and non-judgemental way.
You’ll bring strong communication skills, a willingness to learn and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Previous drug and alcohol experience is not essential—we’re looking for nurses who are passionate about developing their skills and making a positive difference
Essential criteria
Why join DACS?
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources
️ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Access ongoing education, training, and mentorship
Salary packaging – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Make a real, lasting difference in the lives of patients and families
Fleet vehicles for work purposes.
Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description
about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Raka Tierney on
[email protected]
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.
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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.
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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.
Additional Information:
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. 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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