Registered Nurse - Introductory Rotational Intensive Care Program - Oct/Nov 2026 Intake - RPAH
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $79,368 - $111,427 per annum + annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ672060
We are looking for multiple Registered Nurses to join our caring, professional team. Bring your skills, compassion, and commitment to excellence and build your career where you’re valued every day. Apply now and make your next move with RPA Hospital!
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is now open for motivated individuals to join one of the team at one of Australia’s largest and busiest ICUs. The RPA Intensive Care Service (ICS) is a level 6 ICU and provides expert care for critically ill patients requiring the highest level of support and care. These complex supports include ventilation, dialysis, ECMO. The ICS is comprised of 4 units; 1 cardiothoracic, 1 neuroscience and 2 general units.
About the Programme
The Inductory Rotation Programme is a 2-year course which is run 4 times a year, with intakes usually in commencing in February, May, August and November depended on vacancies within the Department. It is designed to transition Registered Nurses with no previous ICU experience to becoming competent in caring for the critically ill. Successful candidates will rotate through the 4 units, Cardiothoracic, Neurosciences, and the two General units.
The programme is supported with supernumerary orientation (bedside and classroom), and study days which include:
- Haemodynamic monitoring
- Ventilation
- Neurosciences
- Dialysis
- Tracheostomy
- Advance Life Support
The programme requires the participants to complete time-based and unit-based worksheets and clinical skills assessments, which are designed to progress the skills and knowledge of the participants during the 2 years.
For more information about other benefits, please visit Position Description
Ideal Candidate
- Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
Demonstrated understanding of evidence informed practice and critical thinking.
- Recent (within 1 year) of acute medical or surgical hospital-based nursing.
- Highly motivated RNs who will engage with supported self-directed learning.
- Ability to work a rotational roster.
Please note, all Candidates will need to have full Australian Working Rights at the time of application
Benefits and Perks!
Accrued Day Off each month, Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits
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.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
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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For enquiries, please contact Elaine McGloin via email at Elaine.McGloin@health.nsw.gov.au
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!
Applications Close: 28 June 2026
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