Join a team where your skills are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly makes an impact in the community!

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: 37.48 - 52.62 + 12% Super
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ645017
Applications Close: Sunday 29th March 2026

Where you’ll be working

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Hunter Valley, Cessnock District Hospital is a 36-bed facility delivering essential healthcare services to the local community, including emergency, medical and surgical care. With a strong focus on teamwork, community connection and compassionate care, our hospital offers a supportive environment where nurses are empowered to grow, collaborate and make a real difference every day.

We are currently seeking passionate and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our close-knit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your clinical experience while working in a welcoming hospital that truly values its staff and the care they provide.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse at Cessnock District Hospital, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care across our medical and surgical wards. You will work closely with patients, families and a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, compassionate and coordinated care throughout each patient’s journey.

No two days are the same – you will have the opportunity to utilise and strengthen your clinical skills, respond to changing patient needs, and contribute to positive outcomes for the community you serve.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe, high-quality and person-centred nursing care
Advocate for patients and support informed decision-making
Recognise and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
Contribute to discharge planning through appropriate referrals and coordination of care
Delegate tasks appropriately to Enrolled Nurses and Assistants in Nursing
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best patient outcomes

About You

You are a compassionate and motivated nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to providing exceptional patient care.

You will bring:

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
A patient-centred mindset and dedication to continuous improvement

The Perks
✅ Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero
✅The flexibility and variety offered by a casual roster
✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
✅ Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of clinical and non-clinical professionals

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We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
If you are a current HNE employee, you may not need to apply. Please contact the hiring manager for more information.

For role related queries or questions contact Tara Finnie on Tara.Finnie@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants:

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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.

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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au 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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