Enrolled Nurse - Surgical Unit

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sydney is seeking an Enrolled Nurse for a part-time temporary position. You will join a dedicated surgical team, caring for adult patients undergoing various surgeries. The ideal candidate will be registered with AHPRA and possess strong communication skills. This role offers a structured training pathway and the potential for ongoing employment in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Registered as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Experience working in both independent and team settings.

Responsibilities

• Care for adult patients in a surgical ward environment.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Support structured training pathways under clinical guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse

Job description

This is a fantastic Opportunity for an Enrolled Nurse to join the team!

Employment Type: Part Time Temporary until 20 February 2026 (with the possibility of ongoing employment)
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 per hour
Hours Per Week: 14

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.

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

Hornsby Hospital’s Acute General Surgical ward provides an environment where you can enhance your clinical skills to develop and strengthen expertise in various clinical procedures. You'll work closely with the multi-disciplinary team, fostering collaboration and learning from experts in different specialties.

Our Acute General Surgical ward is a 28 bedded unit consisting of general surgical, gynaecological, vascular, and plastic surgeries. You will be working as part of a hardworking, dedicated, and friendly surgical multi-disciplinary team.

What you’ll be doing: The enrolled nurse applicant will be working in a busy, fast paced ward environment, caring for adult patients with a wide range of surgical presentations. This is a challenging and rewarding role supported by a structured training pathway designed by the Clinical Nurse Educator & Clinical Nurse Consultant.

Requirements

• 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.
• Basic computer skills.

Additional Information

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background encouraged to apply. This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases.

NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Applications Close: 21 October 2025