Permanent Registered Nurse - Short Stay Surgical Unit (SSSU)

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging and mealEntertainment

Accrued days off (ADOs)

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver safe, compassionate, patient- and family‑centred care within a leading paediatric health service. You will work across a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic hospital setting in Westmead.

The role supports flexible work arrangements, ongoing professional development, and exposure to a brand new Surgical Short Stay Unit within the state‑of‑the‑art Westmead facility.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as an RN with AHPRA.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Current acute nursing experience in a hospital setting.
• Effective time management skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Capacity to work a seven-day rotating roster including public holidays.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse provides safe, compassionate, person-centred care to patients and families of Sydney Children's Hospital Network.
• Acts as a role model by demonstrating behaviours and interactions that reflect NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

RN qualification (AHPRA registered)

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time Opportunities Available

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: 81748.17 - 114771.98 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ704944

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Opportunity will remain open for applications until vacancies are filled. Interviews and appointments will be taking place during this period.

For role related queries or questions contact Tanja Morris on [e-mail]

At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives. As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care. In May 2026, The Children’s Hospital at Westmead opened a brand new Surgical Short Stay Unit within our state-of-the-art Wattle Building. This purpose-built 12-bed unit cares for children undergoing short stay surgery, as well as the initial 24-hour care for high-acuity and complex surgical procedures.

What You'll Be Doing

The Registered Nurse provides safe, compassionate, person-centred care to patients and families of Sydney Children's Hospital Network.

The Registered Nurse acts as a role model by demonstrating behaviour and interacting with patients, their families and employees in a way that promotes a culture and standards that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness , Respect and Empowerment.

Additional Benefits (where applicable):

• Flexible work opportunities
• Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
• accrued days off (ADOs)
• fitness passport
• employee assistance program (EAP)

Requirements

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Current Acute Nursing experience in a hospital setting.
• Effective time management skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Capacity to work a seven (7) day rotating roster including public holidays.

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the 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.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [e-mail]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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