Registered Nurse

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. This is a permanent full-time or part-time position, up to 38 hours per week.

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

This is a Targeted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent.

Do you want to contribute to the health and wellbeing of your mob? Achieve Something Great! This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality services and making a meaningful contribution to the organisation.

The successful candidate will have the chance to develop skills, work with a diverse range of stakeholders, and contribute to positive outcomes within a dynamic and rewarding environment. Build your nursing career within a dynamic Emergency Department that challenges, develops, and supports its clinicians to achieve their full potential.

Join a team that is passionate about excellence, embraces innovation, and is committed to providing outstanding care to a diverse and growing community. Benefit from strong clinical and operational leadership, with access to experienced mentors, educators, and opportunities to expand your skills and scope of practice.

Work in an environment where your ideas, contributions, and professional growth are valued and encouraged. Enjoy being part of a workplace culture built on respect, teamwork, compassion, and a shared commitment to excellence in patient care.

Are You the Right Fit?

The ideal candidate is a motivated and proactive professional who is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes and excellent customer service. They possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, can build effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused approach to work.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with ‘N/A’.
• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Can you describe your recent experience as a Registered Nurse in a specialty appropriate clinical environment, and how it has prepared you for this role?
• How do you ensure the delivery of safe, compassionate, and culturally responsive care when working with diverse patient populations?

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact us.

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.