Registered Nurse - Paediatrics - Temp PT and Casual
Requisition ID: REQ669912
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (24 hours per week) or Casual, up to 38 hours per week .
Temporary positions available for Visa holders and contracts will be issued in line with visa conditions.
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Fairfield Hospital
Applications close: 05/07/2026
Contact: Jirawan (Cherry) Prametthawanich - Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager | (02) 9616 8303 | Jirawan.Prametthawanich@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
Step into a role where your expertise, empathy and critical thinking truly make a difference. As a Registered Nurse in our Paediatric Unit, you’ll provide high‑quality, culturally responsive care to children and their families while working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team. This is your chance to be part of South Western Sydney Local Health District’s commitment to Leading Care, healthier communities, a place where collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment shape every interaction.
You’ll play a key role in assessing, planning and delivering evidence‑based nursing care, supporting families through their healthcare journey, and contributing to a positive, safe and high‑performing clinical environment. With opportunities to mentor others, participate in quality improvement, and grow your professional practice, this position offers both purpose and progression.If you’re passionate about paediatric nursing and ready to join a team that values compassion, professionalism and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you.
Why you'll love this role:
- Make a lasting difference – Support children and their families through some of life's most challenging and rewarding moments, helping young patients achieve the best possible outcomes.
- Develop specialised skills – Gain experience in a dynamic and diverse clinical environment while building expertise in paediatric assessment, family-centred care, and child development.
- Be part of a supportive team – Work alongside passionate healthcare professionals who are committed to collaboration, learning, and delivering exceptional care to children and families.
Are You the Right Fit?
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a Registered Nurse who brings curiosity, compassion and confidence to every shift. You’re someone who can balance clinical skill with genuine warmth, and who understands that caring for children means caring for their families too. You communicate clearly, think critically, and stay calm when priorities shift.
You will:
- Deliver compassionate, child‑centred care that supports both young patients and their families during challenging health journeys
- Build trust with children through age‑appropriate communication, creating a safe and reassuring clinical environment
- Monitor, assess, and respond quickly to changes in a child’s condition, ensuring high‑quality and timely care
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic, family-focused treatment plans
- Empower parents and caregivers with education and support to promote ongoing health and wellbeing at home
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)
- Please describe your recent experience as a Registered Nurse within a paediatric or relevant acute care setting. In your response, outline how you apply critical thinking and evidence‑based practice to deliver safe, compassionate and culturally responsive care, including an example that demonstrates your approach.
Tell us about a time you effectively communicated with patients, families and members of a multidisciplinary team to ensure care needs were met. Include how you maintain professionalism, manage conflict when it arises, and contribute to risk management, work health and safety, and quality improvement in your workplace.
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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
Temporary Positions
Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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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