Enrolled Nurse - Westmead PECC Unit

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to join the Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC) at Westmead. You will provide compassionate, person-centred nursing care under supervision, supporting recovery and safety in a fast-paced emergency mental health setting.

Permanent part-time role with 17 hours per week, remunerated at $37.83–$41.10 per hour. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care and contribute to a new PECC service at Westmead Hospital.

Qualifications

• Registration as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care under RN supervision according to care plans.

Skills

Nursing care

Observations

Teamwork

Communication

Documentation

Education

AHPRA Enrolled Nurse

Job description

Deliver rapid, person-centred care in an innovative PECC setting.

Be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team at Westmead.

Provide compassionate mental health care, support recovery, and make a difference in a fast-paced emergency mental health environment.

Employment Type:Permanent Part Time
Position Classification:Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration:$37.83 - $41.10 per hour
Hours Per Week:17
Location:Westmead

Where you'll be working

Become part of the new Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC) Unit at Westmead, a contemporary 6-bed gazetted mental health inpatient unit co-located with Westmead Hospital's Adult Emergency Department. Developed through the Cumberland West Mental Health Services Relocation Project, the unit provides rapid access to specialised care for people experiencing acute psychological distress or mild to moderate mental illness.

What you'll be doing

As an Enrolled Nurse within the PECC Unit, you will provide high-quality nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, supporting patients experiencing acute mental health presentations. You will play an important role in promoting recovery, maintaining patient safety and delivering compassionate, person-centred care.

• Deliver direct nursing care in accordance with care plans and scope of practice
• Undertake observations, assist with assessments and monitor patient wellbeing
• Provide emotional support and assist patients with activities of daily living
• Accurately document clinical care and elevate concerns when required
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes

Make a difference where it matters most

At Western Sydney Local Health District, you'll join a values-driven organisation committed to delivering exceptional care, fostering professional growth and supporting healthier communities. If you're passionate about mental health nursing and want to help shape a new and evolving service, we'd love to hear from you.

Selection Criteria:

Relevant and recent clinical experience deemed appropriate by WSLHD

Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.

Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal

Effective interpersonal skills showing initiative and leadership.

Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to continuing professional development and demonstrated ability to utilise information technology within a variety of applications and willingness to undertake training.

Registration: Current Endorsed Enrolled Nurse Division 2 Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Requisition ID: REQ705126
Applications Close:15th November 2026.

Need more information?

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.