Permanent Registered Nurse - Short Stay Surgical Unit (SSSU)

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging and meal娱乐entary

Accrued days off (ADOs)

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

NSW Health in Westmead is seeking a Permanent Registered Nurse for the new Short Stay Surgical Unit (SSSU). This role offers full-time and part-time opportunities, with up to 38 hours per week and a base salary range plus super and leave loading.

The unit cares for paediatric patients undergoing short-stay procedures in a state-of-the-art facility. As part of the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network, you will provide safe, compassionate care and uphold core values.

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for permanent NSW Health roles.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse provides safe, compassionate, person-centred care to paediatric patients and families.
• Acts as a role model upholding NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

Job description

Permanent Registered Nurse - Short Stay Surgical Unit (SSSU)

Employment Type:PermanentFull 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 ************@health.nsw.gov.au

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.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Paediatric Registered Nurse to be part of this exciting new service.

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)

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.

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.