Enrolled Nurse - Perioperative Unit - Perm/Temp FT/PT

NSW Health; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

Flexible work options

Hybrid and varied hours

Paid maternity and parental leave

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking an Enrolled Nurse for the Perioperative Unit at Liverpool Hospital, offering permanent/temporary full-time or part-time roles up to 38 hours per week. The position focuses on pre-operative and post-operative patient care within a busy surgical environment.

Join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality care. Visa holders welcomed for temporary roles; AHPRA registration required.

Qualifications

• Must hold Authority to Practice as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience in surgical ward environments is desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to support multidisciplinary care.

Responsibilities

• Work across the Perioperative Unit and Surgical Short Stay Unit to deliver pre-operative and post-operative nursing care.
• Provide comprehensive nursing care across a range of surgical specialties in a dynamic environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure patient-centred care and safety.
• Pursue ongoing learning and professional development within perioperative services.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Surgical nursing

Team collaboration

Patient-centred care

Job description

Enrolled Nurse - Perioperative Unit - Perm/Temp FT/PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ700562

Requisition ID: REQ700562

Employment Type: Permanent/Temporary Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week. Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

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

Location: Liverpool Hospital - CB2B, Perioperative Unit & CB5E, Surgical Specialty Ward

Contact: Raquel Venzon - A/Nurse Unit Manager, Perioperative Unit, Surgical Short Stays and Pre-Admission Anaesthetic Clinics on Ph: [phone] Mob: [phone] | [e-mail]

Do you want to contribute to the health and wellbeing of your mob?

Achieve Something Great

Join Liverpool Hospital's Perioperative Unit and become part of a unique and supportive team dedicated to delivering exceptional care across a diverse range of surgical specialties.

• Work across a specialised service comprising Pre-Admission Clinics, the Perioperative Unit and the Surgical Short Stay Unit, providing comprehensive care throughout the surgical journey.
• Deliver high-quality pre-operative and post-operative nursing care to patients across a broad range of surgical specialties in a dynamic and rewarding environment.
• Be part of a collaborative and multidisciplinary team that values teamwork, communication and patient-centred care.
• Develop your clinical skills and knowledge in a unique perioperative setting that supports ongoing learning and professional growth.
• This role focuses on pre-operative and post-operative patient care and is not an Anaesthetics, Scrub/Scout or Recovery position.

Are You the Right Fit?

You are a motivated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse who is passionate about surgical care and committed to delivering exceptional patient-centred outcomes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and are eager to build your skills within a unique perioperative service.

• Passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting patients throughout their surgical journey.
• Thrives in a busy and highly specialised environment, adapting confidently to changing priorities and clinical demands.
• A strong team player who collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary colleagues to achieve the best outcomes for patients.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with patients, families and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrates sound clinical judgement, critical thinking and the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Committed to ongoing learning and professional development, with a desire to continually expand your skills and knowledge.
• Brings warmth, empathy and compassion to every patient interaction while maintaining a high standard of clinical care.

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.

• This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with ‘N/A’.
• Do you have current Authority to Practice as a Enrolled Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Please attach a copy of your AHPRA registration in your application
• What skills and attributes do you have that that will support you in transitioning into a surgical ward?
• Describe a time you provided pre- or post-operative care in a busy clinical environment. How did you prioritise patient needs, ensure safety, and adapt when circumstances changed?

Give an example of how you have worked effectively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. How did your communication and collaboration contribute to a positive patient outcome?

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

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.

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.
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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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