Are you a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with a passion for Maternity and Gynaecology care? We invite you to apply for an exciting opportunity to join our team at the K3 Surge Beds within the Maternity and Gynaecology Service. Employment Type: Temporary Full and Part Time Until November 2025Position Classification: Registered NurseRemuneration: $35.33 - $49.60 Per Hour + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging Hours Per Week: Up to 38Requisition ID: REQ526565 Location: Awabakal Country - John Hunter Hospital 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. The role: This position is based on Ward K3 within the Maternity and Gynaecology Service, where you will have the chance to care for primarily surgical patients allocated to our flexible surge beds. The ward features eight beds that expand during periods of high hospital activity, allowing you to practice and enhance your skills across a diverse range of disciplines. In this role, you will contribute to the exceptional culture of our K3 team, renowned for delivering quality, compassionate care to women from various medical specialties. Your responsibilities will include providing efficient, person-centred care that meets the needs of patients and their families, acting as an advocate to help them make informed decisions, and ensuring they understand clinical interventions and service delivery processes. You will also make appropriate referrals for patients' discharge needs and offer supervision and mentoring to staff and students. The position may involve redeployment to the K3 gynaecology beds or other areas within John Hunter Hospital, ensuring a varied and enriching experience. Our commitment to your professional development is demonstrated through an orientation day and ongoing support from a Clinical Nurse Educator. You will also have access to regular educational opportunities provided by the Maternity and Gynaecology Service's education team and broader hospital-wide education resources. Where you'll be working: John Hunter Hospital is located within the Hunter New England Local Health District and is nestled between multiple beautiful beaches and the magnificent Hunter Valley vineyards which are just an hour's drive away. The hospital has direct access to public transport and is close to numerous public schools and several major shopping centres. Benefits: Orientation day and ongoing support. Access to an education team. ADO's each month (for full time employees). 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees). Salary packaging options. Fitness Passport. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members. Requirements: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description. Find out more about applying for this position. For role-related queries or questions contact Sigrid Johnson on ****** Close: Wednesday 29th January 2024 Information for Applicants: To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. 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: http://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. Connect with us on Facebook?and?LinkedIn! #AboriginalEmployment