Enrolled Nurse - Surgical Ward

• Come and join a team focused on development and growth

• Dynamic and challenging role
• Flexible casual shifts to suit your schedule

Are you looking for a challenging yet rewarding position with an organisation that allows you to be a part of something bigger?

 Newcastle Private is seeking an experienced Enrolled Nurse to join our Surgical team on a casual basis. 

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate team player to join our North family.  Our nursing staff are known for their nurturing and supportive approach, creating a warm and welcoming environment for both colleagues and patients.

About us

Come and join our expert team of surgeons, specialist doctors, dedicated nurses and allied health professionals at Newcastle Private Hospital.  We are a 189 bed, acute, private hospital facility co-located on the John Hunter Campus at Rankin Park. The hospital has 11 theatres including a hybrid theatre and a 15 bed Intensive Care Unit.

 We also have a cardiac suite including a cardiac catheter laboratory and a 16 bed Coronary Care Unit. A private maternity suite including 6 birthing suites and a special care baby nursery is available for families in the Newcastle region. Newcastle Private Oncology Centre provides specialty care for individuals and their families/carers undergoing all aspects of cancer treatment and care with both an inpatient unit and day infusion lounge.

As an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver safe, researched-based standards of nursing care to individuals/groups under the direction and supervision (either indirect or direct) of the RN
• Work collaboratively with the wider healthcare team to support patient care needs
• Act as a role model for Safe Practice
• Administer medications according to state law and organisation policy
• Have demonstrated ongoing commitment to professional development

About you:

To be successful in your application, you will need to meet the requirements below:

• Minimum 12 months acute surgical experience in a hospital setting
• Proven acute ward experience with gynaecology, urology, colorectal, paediatrics or general surgery
• Commitment to Quality Patient Care
• Demonstrated time management & organisational skills with the ability to meet objectives/timelines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Sound clinical decision making and problem solving skills
• Competence in IV medication administration

Applications close: 10th March 2026

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthscope.com.au

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.

 Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

We offer:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.