Registered Nurse - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
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- Registered Nurse
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- REQ646856 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
- Deliver advanced neonatal care when it matters most.
- Work with a high performing multidisciplinary team.
- Advance your critical care nursing career.
Manage complex neonatal care. Build trusted partnerships with families. Deliver evidence-based nursing in a high acuity NICU environment
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to August 2026)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 Per hour
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Join the dedicated team at Westmead Neonatal ICU Nursery, part of a leading tertiary referral hospital within Western Sydney. Our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit provides specialised, family-centred care to premature and critically unwell newborns in a fast-paced, high acuity environment.
You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive culture that values clinical excellence, compassion and continuous learning.
Work in a state-of-the-art Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
Collaborate with neonatologists, midwives and allied health professionals.
Be supported by experienced clinical leaders and educators.
Contribute to a culturally responsive and diverse health service.
Thrive in a team committed to innovation and quality improvement.
Located in the world-class Westmead Health Precinct you will benefit from :
Work life wellness! work surrounded with Green open spaces, onsite staff only gym and wellness facilities.
Access to advanced medical and research facilities.
Strong focus on training and career progression.
Supportive, inclusive and professional environment
Public sector role with excellent benefits.
What you'll be doing
As a Registered Nurse in NICU, you will provide person-centred, evidence-informed nursing care that promotes optimal neonatal health outcomes. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care in partnership with families and the multidisciplinary team.
In this role you will be:
Delivering safe, high quality neonatal nursing care in line with NMBA standards.
Assessing, documenting and evaluating clinical care using patient records and care plans.
Supporting and mentoring fellow nurses and students in clinical practice.
Collaborating effectively with families and healthcare professionals.
Contributing to continuous quality improvement and professional development.
Ready to make a difference at the very start of life?
Join NSW Health and help shape healthier futures for our smallest patients and their families. Apply now and become part of a team committed to delivering world-class care in Western Sydney.
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: Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Selection Criteria:
Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Recent demonstrated experience in the Intensive Care setting or critical care nursing/other experience deemed appropriate by WSLHD.
Effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients.
Excellent time management and organisation skills with attention to detail.
Evidence of computer literacy and understanding of relevant health related information systems.
Requisition ID: REQ646856
Applications Close: 18 March 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact John Whittaker email: john.whittaker@health.nsw.gov.au
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.
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