Registered Nurse - Operating Suite - REQ646904
Employment Type: Various Permanent and Temporary Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: 74317.94 - 104336.27 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ646904
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 7 April 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.
The Children’s Hospital at Westmead is seeking motivated Registered Nurses to join our dynamic and fast-paced Perioperative team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly specialised paediatric environment where no two days are the same.
With exposure to a wide range of surgical specialties and complex cases, you will have the chance to build advanced clinical skills, expand your scope of practice, and grow your confidence in a supportive learning culture. Whether you are looking to transition into theatres or further develop your perioperative experience, you will be supported by experienced clinicians committed to education, teamwork and clinical excellence.
What we offer:
- Work in a modern, purpose-built paediatric facility
- Be part of a highly skilled, collaborative and supportive perioperative team
- Exposure to diverse surgical specialties and complex cases
- Permanent and temporary full-time and part-time opportunities
- Rotating roster with on-call requirements
Structured orientation, education programs and ongoing professional development
Join a team where your career can truly grow in a service dedicated to excellence, innovation and exceptional paediatric outcomes.
What you'll be doing
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 paediatric 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
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.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information and support?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
4) 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
For role related queries or questions contact Lothlorian Fogg on lothlorian.fogg@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
