Registered Nurse - Ambulatory Services, CHW
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (2 roles, one up to November 2026 and one up to March 2027)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: 74317.94 - 104336.27
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ644569
Location: Westmead
Applications close: Midnight on 15 March 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
Ambulatory Services at the Sydney Children's Hospital, Westmead is looking for dynamic and experienced paediatric Registered Nurses to join their team on a temporary basis. Ambulatory Services includes Turner Day Stay Unit, Hospital in the Home (HITH), and the Acute Review Clinic (ARC). Together we provide specialist care to a variety of patients including those with chronic conditions and children that are acutely unwell. The successful applicants will have the unique opportunity to work across all the Ambulatory Services and will have the opportunity to gain experience and skill development in the evolving models of Ambulatory care. Previous experience in Ambulatory Services or Hospital in the Home is preferred, but not essential. This recruitment is for 2 temporary, full-time positions, one ending November 2026 and one ending March 2027.
What you'll be doing
The Registered Nurse provides safe, compassionate, person-centred care to patients and families of Sydney Children’s Hospital Network.
The Registered Nurse acts as a role model by demonstrating behaviour and interacting with patients, their families and employees in a way that promotes a culture and standards that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness , Respect and Empowerment.
Eligible employees may access:
• Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
• A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
• Responses to the questions below:
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Recent clinical experience as a registered nurse in a hospital setting.
- Effective time management skills
- Computer literacy.
- Capacity to work a seven (7) day rotating roster including public holidays and reasonable overtime.
- Current NSW Drivers’ Licence
Need more information and support?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) For role related queries or questions contact Catherine Hawes on Catherine.Hawes@health.nsw.gov.au
4) For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
5) Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
6) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to 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.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies
