Enrolled Nurse Surgical and Orthopaedics

Northern Sydney Local Health District; Ryde; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Sydney Local Health District in Ryde Hospital is seeking a caring enrolled nurse to join Ward 6 (Surgical/Orthopaedics) on a permanent full-time basis. The role offers a 38-hour week and a dedicated learning pathway within a supportive team.

Applicants must hold current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse and be able to work independently and in a team, with strong communication skills. NSW Health immunisation and safety requirements apply. Applications close on 5 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and effective nursing care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to ensure appropriate delegation and medication administration.
• Engage in a dedicated learning pathway specific to Ward 6 Surgical/Orthopaedics.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Independent and team work

Communication skills

Job description

There is an exciting opportunity for a caring and passionate enrolled nurse to join Ryde Hospital on a permanent full time basis. You will be working in Ward 6 which is a mixed Surgical and Orthopaedics ward that has 19 beds. You will be working with a supportive team and have the opportunity to participate in a dedicated learning pathway specific to the specialty.

Permanent part time may be considered.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse

Remuneration: $1,437.60 - $1,562.10 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Who we are

We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.

Where you'll be working

Ryde Hospital- Ward 6 Surgical/Orthopaedics.

Ryde Hospital is having an incredible $479 million complete hospital redevelopment that will transform the delivery of healthcare for the Ryde local community.

The Ryde Hospital Redevelopment will result in new health facilities and enhanced services including emergency, ICU/critical care, inpatient units, outpatient/ambulatory care services and much more.

Construction commenced in early 2023, and will provide you with a wonderful and exciting opportunity to be part of the Ryde team to change the future health services for the Ryde Community completely.

What You’ll Be Doing

The purpose of this role is to provide safe and effective nursing care to patients using an individualised holistic approach related to the goals of care determined by the Primary Nurse (Registered Nurse) and within professional role limits and Enrolled Nurse Scope of Practice. In the delivery of nursing care the Enrolled Nurse will work under both the direct and indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse.

The Enrolled Nurse will consult with the registered nurse to ensure delegation is commensurate with own level of competence and within Local Health District (LHD) and Service policy, particularly in relation to the administration of medications.

Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

NSW Health is committed to implementing theChild Safe Standards.

The team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

For role related queries or questions contact Janelle Cahill on [e-mail]

Applications Close: 5 November 2026