Registered Nurse - Anaesthetics
Deliver expert peri‑anaesthetic care in a leading tertiary hospital
Work with a collaborative, high‑performing multidisciplinary team
Make a meaningful difference within a world‑class public health service
Manage, deliver and optimise safe anaesthetic nursing care that supports complex surgical patients through evidence‑based practice in a fast‑paced perioperative environment.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.93 - $104,336.26 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Westmead Hospital is one of Australia’s largest and most respected teaching hospitals, renowned for excellence in clinical care, research and education. Located in Western Sydney, it services one of the most diverse communities in NSW and offers exposure to complex and specialised care.
You will be joining a highly skilled Anaesthetics and Perioperative team that values professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Working in a major tertiary referral and teaching hospital
Supportive, inclusive and values‑driven workplace culture
Access to ongoing education, training and career development
Commitment to culturally safe, patient‑centred care
Strong focus on teamwork, wellbeing and professional respect
What you'll be doing
As a Registered Nurse in Anaesthetics, you will provide high‑quality, person‑centred nursing care that supports patients before, during and after anaesthetic procedures, while contributing to a safe and effective perioperative service.
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate evidence‑informed anaesthetic nursing care
Deliver safe, timely and culturally appropriate care to diverse patient groups
Collaborate with anaesthetists, surgeons and multidisciplinary team members
Accurately document care using patient records and clinical systems
Support, mentor and guide Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing and peers
Make a difference with us
At NSW Health, we empower our people to grow, belong and make a difference. If you are a motivated Registered Nurse with a passion for anaesthetics and high‑quality patient care, we encourage you to apply and be part of a team that puts people at the heart of everything we do.
Apply now and help deliver safer care, stronger communities and healthier futures.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirements
Registration: Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (APHRA)
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience and clinical skills in Perioperative Nursing Practice and in particular anaesthetic nursing.
Effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients
Excellent time management and organisation skills with attention to detail
Evidence of computer literacy and understanding of relevant health related information systems
Requisition ID: REQ648248
Applications Close: 23rd April 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Julie Hook at julie.hook@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
