At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality, person-centred care to patients in their homes and community clinics.
- Company: Join the largest health organisation in Australia and make a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Be part of a compassionate team that supports patients with complex health needs.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered nurse with strong clinical skills and a passion for community care.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, until May 2027. Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
Remuneration: $1,566.70 - $2,199.59 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Tahmoor Community Health Centre
Applications close: 01/11/26
Contact: Aimee Greenaway on 0436 651 835 | Aimee.Greenaway@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. Achieve Something Great by joining South Western Sydney Local Health District's Acute and Extended Care Community Nursing teams and make a meaningful difference by providing safe, high-quality, person-centred care to patients in their own homes and community clinics.
As a Registered Nurse, you will care for patients with a range of complex acute, chronic and palliative care needs, working collaboratively with patients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes. This role provides an opportunity to support hospital avoidance, facilitate timely discharge and enable patients to receive quality care closer to home, promoting independence and continuity of care. You will have the opportunity to broaden your clinical knowledge and develop your community nursing skills across a diverse range of clinical presentations, with support from experienced nursing and multidisciplinary teams.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who is committed to delivering safe, high-quality and person-centred care and is passionate about making a difference in the community. The successful applicant will demonstrate:
- Strong clinical assessment, decision-making and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and confidently across home-visiting and community clinic environments.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with patients, families, carers and colleagues.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Flexibility, adaptability and resilience when responding to varied and changing patient needs.
- Sound clinical judgement and a strong commitment to patient safety and positive health outcomes.
- Ability to provide evidence-based nursing care and manage patients with complex health needs.
- Commitment to professional development, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Experience or demonstrated skills in areas such as Hospital in the Home, wound care, PIVC/CVAD, surgical drains, catheter care and palliative care will be highly regarded.
- An interest and willingness to further develop skills in community nursing is also valued.
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:
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- What is your understanding of Community Nursing, and how would you apply this understanding to provide safe, person-centred care to patients with acute, chronic and/or palliative care needs in their home or community setting?
- Provide an example of how you have used clinical assessment, critical thinking and evidence-based practice to identify and respond to a patient's changing health needs. What was the outcome?
- Describe how you have effectively communicated and worked with patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team to ensure care needs were identified and addressed. How did you manage any challenges or conflict that arose?
Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
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 SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au. 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?
- Financial Perks: 12% superannuation, salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary, 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.
- Grow Your Career: Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
- Health & Wellbeing: Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport, 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.
Additional Information
- Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
- Child Safe Employment: 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.
- Temporary Positions: For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
Registered Nurse in Tahmoor employer: South Western Sydney Local Health District
At South Western Sydney Local Health District, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and supportive work culture that prioritises patient care and employee well-being. Our state-of-the-art Campbelltown Hospital provides diverse clinical experiences, while our commitment to professional development ensures that all staff have opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in shaping healthier communities and enjoy benefits like salary packaging and discounted gym memberships, all within a progressive and inclusive environment.
Contact Details:
South Western Sydney Local Health District Recruitment Team