Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Perm FT
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- Registered Nurse
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- REQ645844 Requisition #
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- Mar 10, 2026 Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ645844
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bowral & District Hospital
Applications close: 22/03/2026
Contact: Elle Waters - Acting Nurse Unit Manager - 0477 707 044 | Elle.Waters@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
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 in a supportive environment that values wellbeing, balance and meaningful professional growth. You will join a close‑knit, collaborative team where colleagues support one another, ideas are encouraged, and learning is part of everyday practice.
We proudly foster a positive team culture where early‑career nurses are guided and supported in developing confidence and core emergency skills, while experienced nurses are recognised for their expertise, leadership and contribution to service improvement. With clear opportunities to expand clinical capability, step into leadership roles and progress your career, we offer a workplace where fulfilling emergency work is balanced with life beyond the department — and where your skills, ideas and contribution truly matter.
- Provide high‑quality emergency care within a supportive, collaborative and close‑knit team.
- Access meaningful learning opportunities, hands‑on experience and guidance from approachable senior staff.
- Contribute to a positive workplace culture that values teamwork, wellbeing and continuous learning.
- Progress your emergency nursing career through clinical skill expansion and leadership pathways.
- Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of the Southern Highlands while working in a department that values balance and staff wellbeing.
Are You the Right Fit?
We’re seeking Registered Nurses who bring strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and decision‑making to a fast‑paced, unpredictable Emergency Department. You’ll remain calm and professional with acutely unwell or distressed patients, communicate clearly and compassionately, and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, timely, patient‑centred care.
You value continuous learning and reflective practice, accept feedback constructively, and uphold ethical, confidential, culturally safe care. You’re adaptable and resilient, manage competing priorities effectively, and demonstrate accountability, reliability and leadership appropriate to your experience—including supporting and mentoring colleagues when needed.
- Proven ED (or critical care) capability, with strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and timely decision‑making under pressure.
- Calm, compassionate communicator, engaging respectfully with patients, families and colleagues while escalating care appropriately.
- Team‑focused collaborator, working effectively within a multidisciplinary team and contributing to a positive, learning‑focused culture.
- Adaptable and organised, showing sound time‑management and prioritisation to meet changing clinical demands safely.
- Ethical, professional and culturally safe practice, maintaining confidentiality and aligning with best practice and organisational standards.
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.
- Clinical Experience - Demonstrate your recent clinical experience in emergency care or an acute care setting. Include the key skills, responsibilities, and professional development activities that contribute to your readiness for practice in Bowral Hospital
- Teamwork and High Demand Environments - Provide an example of how you worked effectively within a multidisciplinary team during a period of high activity or increased patient demand. Describe the actions you took to support safe patient flow, maintain collaborative communication, and ensure timely, quality care.
- Adaptability in a Changing Environment - Emergency Departments can change quickly. Describe a situation where you had to adapt to new priorities or unexpected challenges. How did you manage this?
Communication & Compassion - Working in the ED often involves highly emotional situations. Demonstrate your ability to use effective, empathetic communication to manage difficult interactions with patients, family members, or colleagues.
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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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