Enrolled Nurse - Medical/Stroke - Perm FT/PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging via Smart Salary

Annual leave with 17.5% loading

One extra day off each month (full‑ti​

Flexible work options

Maternity and parental leave

Learning and career development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to contribute to high-quality, patient-centred care within a dedicated Stroke, Cardiac and General Medical Ward at Fairfield Hospital. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team ensuring coordinated care across acute, rehabilitation and community settings.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, ongoing education, and active participation in discharge planning to support positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2), General with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an environment appropriate to the relevant speciality.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team.
• Ability to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and resolve conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients within a structured, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Contribute to seamless care across acute, rehabilitation and community services.
• Support patient and family involvement in care planning, education and health promotion.
• Participate in discharge planning and post-discharge care to address patient needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

AHPRA Enrolled Nurse Registration

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ698820
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $37.83 - $41.10 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Fairfield Hospital
Applications close: 01/11/2026
Contact: Kathy McGuire - NUM 1A on [phone] | [e-mail]
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 our dedicated Stroke, Cardiac and General Medical Ward, where you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a supportive multidisciplinary team. This ward provides a coordinated continuum of care across acute, rehabilitation and community settings, with a strong focus on evidence-based practice, patient education, rehabilitation and continuous service improvement to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients and their families.

• Provide care to patients with stroke, cardiac and general medical conditions within a structured, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Contribute to the delivery of seamless care across acute, rehabilitation and community services through collaboration with hospitals, community providers and support agencies.
• Support patient and family involvement in care planning, treatment decisions, education and health promotion to optimise recovery, independence and quality of life.
• Participate in coordinated discharge planning and rehabilitation from admission through to post-discharge care, ensuring patient needs are identified and addressed early.
• Work in a ward committed to clinical excellence, ongoing education, research, evidence-based practice, quality improvement and the effective use of resources and technology.

Are You the Right Fit?

Join a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional care to stroke, cardiac and general medical patients. We are looking for an Enrolled Nurse who is committed to patient-centred care, values collaboration and takes pride in supporting positive health outcomes.

• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
• Has a genuine dedication to supporting stroke, cardiac and general medical patients throughout their healthcare journey.
• Brings a strong work ethic, reliability and willingness to contribute in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Thrives in a team-focused setting, building positive relationships with colleagues, patients and families to achieve the best possible outcomes.

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 an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2), General with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an environment appropriate to the relevant speciality.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs.
• Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.

• Position Information
  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• 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 [e-mail]
  • 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
  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [e-mail]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
  • 12% superannuation
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
  • 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
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
  • 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

• Vaccination Requirements
  • All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• 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 implementing the 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.