Join a team where exceptional patient care, clinical variety and genuine support come together every day.
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time and Temporary Full-time or Part-time Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.20
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ670421
Location: Singleton District Hospital
Closing Date: Thursday 9th July 2026
About the Opportunity
Are you a theatre-trained Registered Nurse looking for a role where you can expand your skills, be part of a genuinely supportive team and make a meaningful impact on patient care? We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced Registered Nurses to join our Perioperative Services team, with multiple permanent and temporary opportunities available through to October 2027. This is a unique opportunity to work within a highly skilled and collaborative team that prides itself on delivering exceptional patient-centred care while supporting one another every step of the way. Our team is known for its positive culture, kindness and commitment to ensuring every patient receives safe, compassionate and high-quality care. Working within our single-theatre facility, you'll enjoy a diverse caseload spanning endoscopy, gynaecology, orthopaedics and general surgery, as well as supporting a small inpatient ward. The variety of presentations and procedures means no two days are the same, making this an ideal role for nurses who enjoy broad clinical exposure and ongoing professional development.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Perioperative Registered Nurse, you will provide care across the patient journey, supporting individuals from admission through to discharge. Your responsibilities will include conducting pre-operative assessments, admitting patients, assisting during procedures, providing care within the anaesthetic, instrument/circulating, recovery and post-anaesthetic care environments, and supporting patients within the inpatient unit as required. You will work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe, high-quality care while recognising and escalating clinical concerns when required. Support is provided through a comprehensive facility orientation program, supernumerary time and ongoing mentorship from experienced colleagues. You'll also have access to support and guidance from the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Consultant and Clinical Nurse Educator for Perioperative Services.
About you
You are a theatre-trained Registered Nurse who enjoys working across multiple perioperative areas and values being part of a supportive team. You bring a proactive approach to patient care, strong clinical skills and a commitment to delivering safe, high-quality outcomes. You are adaptable, willing to contribute wherever needed and thrive in an environment where teamwork, respect and patient-centred care are at the heart of everything you do. Most importantly, you will be someone who contributes positively to our culture and shares our commitment to caring for both patients and each other.
Essential requirements:
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
Demonstrated perioperative/theatre nursing experience.
Ability to participate in an on-call roster.
Availability to work 3–4 days per week.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Commitment to safe, evidence-based patient care.
What we can offer you:
✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅ 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
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.
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.
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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.
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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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