Paediatric Registered Nurse - Children's Ward

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Day Off

Xmas Public Holiday

Parental Leave

Salary Packaging

Education Courses

EAP

Flu Vaccination

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver safe, patient‑centred nursing care at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care in collaboration with patients, families and a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal health outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds current AHPRA registration, can work a 7‑day rotating roster (early, late, nights) and demonstrates strong evidence‑informed practice and critical thinking.

Qualifications

• Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated understanding of evidence-informed practice and critical thinking.
• Able to work a 7 day rotating roster (early, late, nights).

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, patient-centred and evidence-informed nursing care.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised nursing care in collaboration with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure high-quality care and positive patient experiences.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Evidence-informed practice

Critical thinking

Rotating roster

Job description

Employment Type

Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week and Permanent Part Time; minimum 16 hours per week

Position Classification

Registered Nurse

Remuneration

$41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation

Location

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Requisition ID

REQ704251

About The Role

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), established in 1882, is one of Australia’s most respected hospitals with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national, and international communities. As a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare, RPAH offers world‑class facilities and services. Our dedicated, innovative, and caring staff are committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

The Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering safe, patient‑centred and evidence‑informed nursing care to achieve optimal health outcomes. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised nursing care in collaboration with patients, families and the multidisciplinary healthcare team, ensuring high‑quality care and positive patient experiences.

Ideal Candidate

• Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Able to work a 7 day rotating roster (early, late, nights)
• Demonstrated understanding of evidence informed practice and critical thinking.

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

Benefits And Perks

• Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)
• Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
• Annual influenza vaccination on us!
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working with Us’

For enquiries, please contact Kaitlyn Beck via email at [e-mail] or 0476 841 130.

Applications Close: 30 November 2026

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