Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Bowral Hospital - Perm FT/PT
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- Registered Nurse
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- REQ634813 Requisition #
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- 6 days ago Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ634813
Employment Type: Permanent full time or part time, 38 or 24 hours per week
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bowral Hospital
Applications close: 08/02/26
Contact: Elle Waters - Acting Nursing Unit Manager on Elle.Waters@health.nsw.gov.au / 02 4861 0341 / 0477 707 044
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
Bowral Hospital Emergency Department is an inspiring place to build and advance your emergency nursing career. Located in the beautiful Southern Highlands, our department offers the opportunity to provide high quality emergency care within a supportive environment that values wellbeing and balance.
Our team culture is at the heart of what we do. You will be welcomed into a close knit, collaborative group where colleagues support one another, ideas are encouraged, and learning is part of everyday practice. We are proud of the strong teamwork that underpins safe, patient centred care and creates a positive workplace for staff at all stages of their career.
We offer a supportive and professional environment for both early career and experienced emergency nurses. Early career nurses benefit from hands on learning, guidance from approachable senior staff, and opportunities to build confidence and core emergency skills. Experienced nurses are valued for their clinical expertise and leadership, playing a key role in mentoring others and contributing to service improvement and clinical excellence. Clear opportunities exist to progress within emergency nursing, whether through expanding clinical skills, stepping into leadership roles, or shaping your longer term career path. Most importantly, we foster a workplace where fulfilling emergency work can be balanced with life beyond the department.
If you are passionate about emergency care and want to be part of a team where your skills, ideas, and contribution truly matter, we would love to welcome you to Bowral Hospital Emergency Department.
Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate for the Emergency Department Registered Nurse role at Bowral Hospital is a critical thinker with a preference for prior critical care experience and the ability to deliver high‑quality care in a fast‑paced, unpredictable environment.
They demonstrate strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills, maintaining a calm, composed, and professional approach when caring for acutely unwell or distressed patients. This role requires excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact clearly, compassionately, and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, while working effectively within a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and shared decision‑making.
The successful candidate will show adaptability and resilience, confidently managing changing priorities and clinical demands, alongside sound time management and prioritisation skills to ensure safe and timely patient care. A strong commitment to patient‑centred, safe, and high‑quality care aligned with best practice is essential, as is engagement in reflective practice and ongoing professional development. The candidate will accept feedback constructively, contribute positively to a learning‑focused workplace culture, and demonstrate professional accountability, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
They will uphold ethical practice, maintain patient confidentiality, adhere to organisational policies and standards, and display leadership capability appropriate to their role and experience, including supporting and mentoring colleagues when required. Cultural awareness and the ability to provide respectful, inclusive care to diverse patient populations are also key attributes for success in this role.
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.
1. Describe your experience working in an Emergency Department or other acute care setting. Including any clinical skills and training.
2. Provide an example of a time you were required to rapidly assess and prioritise multiple patients in a fast paced environment. How did you ensure patient safety and timely care?
3. Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
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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 SWSLHDJobs@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 visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
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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