At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide patient-centred nursing care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Company: Join Balmain Hospital, a leading public health organisation in Australia.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, monthly days off, and free professional development courses.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while advancing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Must have current nursing registration and a commitment to professional development.
The predicted salary is between 57.88 - 57.88 $ per hour.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (38 hours per week) or Permanent Part Time (Minimum 24 hours per week)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation
Location: Balmain Hospital
In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!
About the Role
Balmain Hospital is a community-based healthcare facility that has been caring for local people since 1885. It is dedicated to Aged Care, Rehabilitation and General Practice. Balmain Hospital is committed to providing the highest standards of healthcare to meet individual needs.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the provision of patient centred; evidence informed nursing care that promotes identified health outcomes. The Registered Nurse will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with individuals and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Ideal Candidate
- Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated understanding of evidence informed practice and critical thinking.
- Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.
Benefits and Perks
- Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)
- Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
- Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
- Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
- Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
For enquiries, please contact Jessica Pavlidis via email at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 11 November 2026
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