Enrolled Nurse - General Surgical Ward - Perm FT/PT

NSW Health; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

One extra day off each month

Work-Life Balance

Hybrid and varied hours

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options

Staff wellbeing support

Job summary

NSW Health's Campbelltown Hospital is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to join the General Surgical Ward on a permanent full-time or part-time basis up to 38 hours per week. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse or Midwife, you will contribute to the assessment, delivery and evaluation of nursing care while supporting patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey.

You will work in a collaborative multidisciplinary team, develop clinical skills and uphold values of safety, dignity

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking in clinical situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessment, delivery and evaluation of nursing care.
• Support patients and families throughout the healthcare journey.
• Work under supervision of a Registered Nurse or Midwife.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve best patient outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient advocacy

Job description

Enrolled Nurse - General Surgical Ward - Perm FT/PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ695704

Requisition ID: REQ695704

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time up to 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $37.83 to $41.10 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: High Volume Surgical StayCampbelltown Hospital

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
Join Campbelltown Hospital as an Enrolled Nurse and be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care. Working under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse or Midwife, you will contribute to the assessment, delivery and evaluation of quality nursing care while supporting patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey. This is an opportunity to build your clinical skills, contribute to a positive patient experience and make a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of our diverse community.

• Team-Oriented and Collaborative, You thrive in a multidisciplinary environment, working closely with Registered Nurses, Midwives and other healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes for patients.
• Passionate About Quality Care, You are dedicated to contributing to the assessment, delivery and evaluation of high-quality nursing care while maintaining professional standards and best practice.
• Eager to Learn and Grow, You are motivated to strengthen your clinical skills, expand your knowledge and embrace opportunities for professional development within a supportive hospital environment.
• Making a Difference Every Day, You take pride in positively impacting the health and wellbeing of patients, families and the diverse community served by Campbelltown Hospital.

Are You the Right Fit?
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.

• Compassionate and Caring You are passionate about delivering safe, high-quality and culturally responsive care, treating every patient, family member and carer with dignity, empathy and respect.
• Strong Communicator You build positive relationships through effective communication, ensuring patients, families, carers and colleagues feel informed, supported and valued.
• Committed to Professional Excellence You take accountability for your practice, demonstrate sound clinical skills and actively seek opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.
• You thrive in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment, working closely with nurses, clinicians and support staff to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
• You embody the values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, contributing to a positive workplace culture and exceptional patient care every day.

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?

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience.

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.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

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

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

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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