Job Specifications
Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in a dynamic surgical unit. Work with a supportive team where your skills will be valued and your professional growth encouraged.
Employment Type: Permanent Full and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ630857
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Closing: Thursday, 19th February 2026 (applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis)
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.
Where You’ll Be Working
Tamworth Hospital is the major referral hospital for the New England region, providing high-quality, comprehensive care across a broad range of medical and surgical services. Within the hospital, Surgical 2 is a 26-bed unit delivering patient-centred care to a large and complex mix of patients, including trauma cases, elective orthopaedic procedures, and patients with multiple comorbidities.
You’ll be part of a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team, including a Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE), Orthopaedic Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC), and two Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS), working together to provide seamless care across all stages of patient recovery. The ward operates on a 7-day rotating roster with 12-hour shifts, offering variety, professional challenge, and opportunities to develop broad clinical expertise in orthopaedic and surgical care.
The culture of Surgical 2 is collaborative, supportive, and focused on professional growth, where staff are encouraged to learn from one another and contribute their knowledge to improve patient outcomes. You’ll have access to ongoing mentorship, skill development, and a workplace environment that values safety, innovation, and teamwork.
“I have been working in Surgical 2 for 1 year now, I had a great welcoming approach when moving to Australia. It is a great team environment who are compassionate and supportive, which allows me to have a safe work environment and grow both personally and professionally.” Rosy, Registered Nurse.
The Perks
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:
Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
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
About The Role
In this role, you’ll provide high-quality, patient-centred care, managing patients during the post-operative and trauma recovery phases. Your responsibilities include medication management, assisting with mobility and activities of daily living, wound care, and monitoring patient progress, while working closely with the team to achieve the best discharge outcomes and support long-term recovery.
You’ll have the opportunity to develop advanced orthopaedic skills, including management of traction, spinal injuries, acute fractures, external fixators, and compartment syndrome. You’ll also be supported in ongoing professional development, with a comprehensive orientation program tailored to your experience, learning plans guided by the CNE and CNC, and access to mandatory and optional professional education.
The role encourages autonomy in clinical practice, balanced with strong team collaboration. You will be empowered to contribute to patient care planning, engage in continuous improvement initiatives, and build confidence in handling complex surgical cases. This is a position that challenges, rewards, and supports professional growth while making a real difference in patients’ recovery journeys.
About You
You are a confident, motivated, and adaptable nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative surgical environment. You bring a commitment to providing patient-centred care while working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver optim
About the Company
Welcome to South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD). Our vision is 'Working Together to Improve the Health and Wellbeing of our Community' which is patient focused and respects the diverse and developing health needs of our communities. At the CORE of our organisation is a set of values - Collaboration, Openness, Respect, Empowerment. SESLHD covers nine Local Government Areas from Sydney's Central Business District to the Royal National Park and has a culturally and linguistically diverse population of over 830,00...
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