Enrolled Nurse

Healthscope; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous professional development

Education and clinical support

Fitness Passport

Discounted health insurance

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Employee Assistance Program

Reduced staff parking

Public transport accessibility

Job summary

Healthscope’s Norwest Private Hospital invites an Enrolled Nurse to join Acacia (Surgical A Ward), delivering patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary team. You’ll support surgical patients across multiple specialties, participate in quality improvement, NSQHS governance and professional development, in a private hospital environment with a Centre of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Career progression within Healthscope and access to education, along with a supportive team

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Experience in acute care environment; surgical nursing experience highly regarded.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability and willingness to contribute positively to team culture.
• Understanding of NSQHS Standards and clinical governance.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster.
• Experience within a private hospital environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Experience participating in quality improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred nursing care within your scope of practice.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Support individualised patient care by recognizing and responding to patient and family needs.
• Contribute to a positive, engaged ward culture.
• Demonstrate initiative and accountability in supporting patient care and service excellence.
• Participate in learning, professional development and quality improvement activities.
• Assist in coordinating care and supporting patients throughout their surgical journey.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and effective communication with the team.
• Support NSQHS Standards and clinical governance requirements.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

AHPRA Registered Enrolled Nurse

Working with Children Check

Acute care experience

Surgical nursing experience

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

NSQHS standards

Rotating roster

Private hospital experience

Professional development

Quality improvement

Job description

Enrolled Nurse | Acacia (Surgical A Ward)

Join a Dynamic Team Delivering Exceptional Surgical Care

At Norwest Private Hospital, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred care through clinical excellence, innovation and collaboration. As one of the largest private hospitals in NSW, our 277-bed facility provides a comprehensive range of surgical, medical and obstetric services supported by advanced technology and highly skilled multidisciplinary teams.

Norwest Private Hospital is also home to a Centre of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, accredited by the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC), recognising excellence in surgical expertise, multidisciplinary care, standardised clinical pathways, patient education and patient outcomes.

The Opportunity

We are seeking motivated and passionate Enrolled Nurses to join our highly regarded Acacia (Surgical A Ward) team.

These are exciting opportunities for Enrolled Nurses who are passionate about surgical nursing and want to work in an environment that values clinical excellence, teamwork and individualised patient care.

At Acacia, our Enrolled Nurses are integral members of the multidisciplinary team. We encourage our staff to be proactive, take ownership of their professional development and contribute positively to patient outcomes and ward culture.

You will work alongside experienced Registered Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs) and Allied Health professionals while caring for patients across a broad range of surgical specialties. We are looking for nurses who bring energy, initiative and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional patient experiences.

About Acacia (Surgical A Ward)

Acacia (Surgical A Ward) provides care across a diverse range of specialties including:

• General Surgery
• Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
• Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
• Breast Surgery
• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• ENT Surgery
• Complex Surgical Services

The ward plays a key role in supporting Norwest Private Hospital's recognised Centre of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, reflecting our commitment to excellence in surgical care, multidisciplinary collaboration and outstanding patient outcomes.

At Acacia (Surgical A Ward), we are building a culture where every team member feels valued, supported and empowered to contribute their best.

We are proud of our collaborative and inclusive team environment where nurses are encouraged to share ideas, develop their skills, support one another and actively contribute to improving patient care.

Our vision is to be recognised for delivering exceptional individualised patient care through clinical excellence, teamwork, compassion and continuous improvement. We are seeking Enrolled Nurses who align with these values and who want to be part of a dynamic ward committed to delivering exceptional surgical care and patient experiences.

Key Responsibilities

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will:

• Deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred nursing care within your scope of practice.
• Work collaboratively with Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Support individualised patient care by recognising and responding to the unique needs of patients and their families.
• Contribute to a positive, engaged and collaborative ward culture.
• Demonstrate initiative and accountability in supporting patient care and service excellence.
• Actively participate in learning, professional development and quality improvement activities.
• Assist in coordinating care and supporting patients throughout their surgical journey.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and effective communication with the healthcare team.
• Support compliance with NSQHS Standards and clinical governance requirements.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, excellence and continuous improvement.

About You

You are an Enrolled Nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient-centred care and enjoys being part of a collaborative surgical team.

You bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to contribute to a dynamic ward culture. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, embrace learning opportunities and take pride in making a meaningful difference to the experiences of patients and their families.

You are proactive, adaptable and enjoy working alongside colleagues to find solutions, support one another and continually improve the care we provide.

Most importantly, you want to be part of a team where people feel empowered to contribute, grow professionally and work together to achieve outstanding patient outcomes.

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Experience in an acute care environment, with surgical nursing experience highly regarded.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient-centred care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability and willingness to contribute positively to team culture.
• Understanding of and commitment to NSQHS Standards.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster.
• Experience within a private hospital environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Experience participating in quality improvement activities.Amine interest in developing knowledge and skills within a surgical specialty environment.

Why Join Acacia (Surgical A Ward)?

Be part of a dynamic and supportive surgical team

Deliver care across a diverse range of surgical specialties

Support a recognised Centre of Excellence in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

Work alongside experienced nurses, Visiting Medical Officers and multidisciplinary teams

Be empowered to contribute ideas and drive positive patient outcomes

Access ongoing education and professional development opportunities

Build your skills and confidence in a fast-paced surgical environment

Contribute to a culture of excellence, teamwork and individualised patient care

What You'll Get in Return

• Continuous professional development, education and clinical support.
• Career progression opportunities within Healthscope.
• Access to Fitness Passport.
• Discounted health insurance for eligible employees.
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Reduced staff parking rates.
• Convenient location close to public transport and shopping precincts.

Why Healthscope

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, we make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families through compassion, expertise and teamwork. We are committed to creating opportunities for our people to grow, develop and thrive while delivering outstanding healthcare experiences.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are an Enrolled Nurse who is passionate about surgical nursing, committed to exceptional patient care and excited to contribute to a dynamic and engaged team culture, we would love to hear from you.