Registered Nurse - ICU - Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital - Casual
Requisition ID: REQ673395
Employment Type: Casual
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital
Applications close: 12/07/2026
Contact: Mariamma Varghese - ICU Nurse Manager - Email on Mariamma.Varghese@health.nsw.gov.au or call (02) 9722 8592
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
Step into an ICU where your expertise directly shapes the recovery of critically ill patients. You’ll collaborate with dedicated clinicians, families, and carers to deliver truly person‑centred care, all while growing your career in a permanent full‑time or part‑time role. This is a high‑performing unit that champions your clinical strengths, supports continuous learning, and empowers you to excel in a dynamic, respected environment.
- Contribute directly to critically ill patient outcomes within a respected ICU environment.
- Work alongside skilled clinicians, patients, families, and carers to deliver person centred care.
- Access Permanent Full Time or Part Time positions with long term growth potential.
- Join a unit that values your clinical expertise and fosters professional excellence.
- Engage in continuous learning within a dynamic, high performing ICU setting.
Are You the Right Fit?
If you’re a confident critical care nurse who thrives in fast‑paced, complex situations, this role calls for your skill and compassion. You build trust through clear communication, work seamlessly within a multidisciplinary team, and bring sharp clinical judgement to every decision. Your commitment to learning, quality improvement, and exceptional care makes you someone who will truly shine here.
- Experienced in critical care nursing (Intensive care nursing) with the ability to manage critically ill patients confidently.
- Able to build trust with patients, families, and carers through empathy and clear communication.
- Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver person centred care.
- Critical thinking and decision making in a fast paced environment with complex patients and situations.
- Dedicated to continuous learning, quality improvement, and upholding high standards of care.
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.
- Can you describe a time you managed a critically ill patient and how you prioritised care?
- How do you ensure effective communication with a multidisciplinary team in fast paced critical care environment?
- Tell us about a challenging ICU scenario where you had to stay calm and make rapid clinical decisions.
What are some of the risks in ICU and how do you manage those risks?
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
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 SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@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.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
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. 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.
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