Registered Nurse - Surgical Specialties - Perm FT/PT
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- Registered Nurse
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- REQ688547 Requisition #
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- 15 hours ago Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ688547
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, 24-38 hours per week
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 13/09/2026
Contact: Nozithelo Musimwa - Nurse Unit Manager on 0460 025 178 | Nozithelo.Musimwa@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
Join our 30-bed Surgical Specialties Ward and become part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care in a supportive and rewarding clinical environment.
- Provide high-quality nursing care to a diverse range of surgical patients, supporting them throughout their healthcare journey.
- Work within a collaborative and compassionate team that values professionalism, respect and excellence in patient care.
- Contribute to a positive and supportive ward culture focused on teamwork, learning and continuous improvement.
- Develop your clinical expertise across a broad range of surgical specialties in a dynamic and engaging environment.
- Access ongoing professional development opportunities designed to support your career growth and nursing aspirations.
Are You the Right Fit?
You are a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who is committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care and thrives in a collaborative surgical environment. You enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team and take pride in supporting patients throughout their journey.
- Passionate about providing safe, high-quality, patient-centred care that promotes positive patient outcomes and experiences.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients and families.
- Confident in delivering pre- and post-operative care, undertaking clinical assessments and responding to changing patient needs.
- Demonstrates sound clinical judgement through the timely recognition, escalation and management of patient deterioration.
- Committed to infection prevention, patient safety and maintaining accurate clinical documentation and effective handovers.
- Enjoys educating patients and families, supporting discharge planning and supporting smooth transitions 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.
- Do you have current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?
- Tell us about a situation where you used critical thinking to resolve a clinical challenge.
How do you approach delivering compassionate, culturally responsive care while effectively communicating with patients, families, and the healthcare team?
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.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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