Registered Nurse Close Observation Unit , Auburn Hospital

🏥 Deliver high-acuity care in a dynamic Close Observation Unit
💙 Support vulnerable patients with compassionate, person-centred care
📈 Grow your career in a collaborative multidisciplinary team
 

Provide, monitor and coordinate high-quality patient care in a fast-paced Close Observation Unit, supporting vulnerable patients and driving positive health outcomes.
 

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.93 - $104,336.26 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Auburn District Hospital

Where you'll be working
Join Auburn District Hospital, part of a leading health service committed to delivering safe, high-quality and patient-focused care. You’ll be working within a supportive Close Observation Unit, alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving outcomes for patients requiring close monitoring and specialised care.

·       Supportive and collaborative team environment

·       Exposure to high-acuity and complex patient care

·       Strong focus on professional development and mentoring

·       Commitment to culturally respectful and patient-centred care

·       Opportunities to contribute to quality improvement initiatives

What you'll be doing 
As a Registered Nurse in the Close Observation Unit, you will provide individualised, high-quality care to patients with complex and evolving needs, ensuring optimal health outcomes through collaboration and clinical excellence.

·       Deliver safe, effective and person-centred nursing care

·       Monitor patient conditions and respond to clinical changes promptly

·       Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and coordinate care

·       Support patient discharge planning and appropriate referrals

·       Mentor and supervise Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing and students

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

·       Registration: Current and valid registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia 

Selection Criteria: 

1.     Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

2.     Demonstrated extensive and recent critical nursing skills and experience, demonstrated resuscitation experience desired. Currently working in Critical Care Nursing or minimum 6 months recent critical experience.

3.     Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work

4.     Effective interpersonal skills showing initiative and leadership to junior members of the team

5.     Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues

6.     Capacity to work seven (7) day rotating roster including public holidays.

7.     Demonstrated effective communication skills- written and verbal

8.     Demonstrated evidence of being able to provide person centred care

Requisition ID: REQ657718
Applications Close: 6^th May 2026

Need more information?

·       Find out more about applying for this position.

·       Review the detailed  Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.

·       Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

·       For inquiries about the role, contact Tendayi Makamba on Tendayi.Makamba@health.nsw.gov.au.