Enrolled Nurse - B21 General Surgical Ward - Perm FT/PT

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

One extra day off each month

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a compassionate Enrolled Nurse to deliver safe, high‑quality and culturally responsive care in the General Surgical Ward. You will work with a multidisciplinary team and be accountable for your practice.

You must hold current AHPRA eligibility and engage in ongoing professional development. NSW Health supports diversity, flexible work options and staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (RN registration).
• Diploma of Nursing or equivalent for Enrolled Nurse role.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Professional development

AHPRA eligibility

Education

Diploma of Nursing

AHPRA registration

Job description

Enrolled Nurse - B21 General Surgical Ward - Perm FT/PT

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Enrolled Nurse who is committed to delivering safe, high-quality and culturally responsive care. You will demonstrate effective communication, sound clinical skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. You will be accountable for your practice, committed to ongoing professional development and able to demonstrate the values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment in your interactions with patients, families, carers and colleagues.

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.

Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Describe a recent situation where you used critical thinking to identify a change in a patient’s condition or a potential clinical risk. What actions did you take, who did you involve, and what was the outcome?

Describe a time when you had to communicate with a patient, carer or member of the multidisciplinary team to address a concern or resolve a conflict. How did you approach the situation and ensure the patient’s care needs remained the priority?

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Position Information

How to Apply

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 **********@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

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via
• 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

• 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

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 implementingthe 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.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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