Grow Your Career in a Place Full of Possibility!
Employment Type: Permanent Full time / Part time & Casual Opportunities Available
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $33.78 - $36.70 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Cessnock District Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ663201
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis
Your Next Career Move Starts Here
This is an exciting time to join Cessnock District Hospital as the hospital undergoes a major redevelopment, this is your chance to be part of something exciting. The redevelopment will include an expanded ED, operating theatres and day surgery spaces, two new inpatient wards, a sterilising services unit, a new medical imaging service and a modern pharmacy, designed to support the growing population in the Hunter region.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
Endless Opportunities to Grow – Whether you are looking to expand your clinical skills, explore specialist areas, or progress into leadership, education, or advanced practice roles, you will have access to ongoing development and career pathways to support your future.
Be Part of the Community – Build genuine connections with patients, families, and the local community while delivering meaningful care in a role where your contribution is recognised and valued every day.
Variety and Diverse Clinical Experience – Enjoy the diversity that comes with working in a dynamic healthcare environment, caring for a broad range of patients and developing experience across multiple clinical areas and presentations.
Supportive and Collaborative Culture – Join a welcoming team environment where teamwork, respect, and collaboration are at the centre of patient care, and where staff support each other to succeed.
Hear From Our Team
“Since starting here, my career has grown through expanding my skills and taking on more responsibility. Working here means developing a broader skill set and learning to adapt in different situations. To anyone thinking about applying for a role here — come and join the fun. The laughter, banter and support from the team make it a great place to work"
- Current Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
“Since starting here, I’ve had some incredible opportunities to grow my career. While working in the Acting NUM role, I’ve also had the chance to step into the Health Service Manager role to provide leave relief, which has been a fantastic experience in such a short amount of time"
- ANUM, Medical and Surgical Services
RN Opportunities – Find your Perfect Fit
Discover the clinical specialty that matches your interests — or explore a new and rewarding career pathway. At Cessnock Hospital, Registered Nurses have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of clinical areas, gaining valuable experience within a supportive team environment, including:
- Surgical Ward – Develop and strengthen your acute nursing skills within a supportive and fast-paced surgical environment.
- Medical Ward – Care for patients with a broad range of medical presentations while working alongside a team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
- Emergency Department – Thrive in a dynamic environment managing diverse and often complex presentations, with no two days the same.
- Close Observation Unit – Experience genuine variety caring for patients across acute, aged care, and emergency-related presentations in a highly collaborative setting.
The Perks
✅ 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 to support your next big chapter (for eligible employees)
✅ 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
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Jennifer Whiting on [email protected]
Information for Applicants:
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.
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.
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.
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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