Registered Nurse - Cardiology - Perm Ft/Pt

the original; Sydney; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Salary Packaging

Flexible hours

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District invites applications for Registered Nurse positions in Cardiology at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital. Roles are permanent, full‑time or part‑time, up to 38 hours weekly, with visa support for temporary appointments where eligible.

Remuneration ranges from AU$41.22 to AU$57.88 per hour, plus 12% superannuation and salary packaging. Influenza vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Tell us about the skills and experience you bring to high‑acuity cardiac nursing and what interest you about this role.
• Describe a time you delivered high‑acuity cardiac or cardiothoracic care.

Responsibilities

• Complex cardiac care - Provide specialised support for patients recovering from advanced cardiac and thoracic procedures
• High acuity nursing - Deliver safe, precise and compassionate care in a fast paced clinical setting
• Team based practice - Work closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team built on communication and collaboration
• Advanced clinical skills - Strengthen your capability while managing complex and evolving patient needs
• Family centered support - Guide patients and families through critical stages of recovery with empathy and clarity

Skills

Cardiology experience

High acuity nursing

Evidence based practice

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Job description

Registered Nurse - Cardiology - Perm FT/PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ693704

Requisition ID: REQ693704

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week . Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital

Contact: Tia Nguyen-Ly - Nursing Unit Manager - Cardiology Service Ward 3H/CCU Ward 3J - Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital on Tia. [e-mail]

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great Step into a role where your expertise directly shapes patient outcomes and every shift brings the chance to support individuals through some of the most critical moments of their cardiac journey.

• Complex cardiac care - Provide specialised support for patients recovering from advanced cardiac and thoracic procedures
• High acuity nursing - Deliver safe, precise and compassionate care in a fast paced clinical setting
• Team based practice - Work closely with a skilled multidisciplinary team built on communication and collaboration
• Advanced clinical skills - Strengthen your capability while managing complex and evolving patient needs
• Family centered support - Guide patients and families through critical stages of recovery with empathy and clarity

Are You the Right Fit? You bring a blend of clinical confidence, compassion and clear communication, making you a vital contributor to a cardiology team that thrives on excellence and fast paced, evidence based care.

• Cardiology experience - Recent exposure to cardiology, cardiothoracic or acute care environments
• Strong communication - Build trust and collaborate effectively with patients, families and colleagues
• Critical thinking - Apply sound judgement in dynamic, high acuity situations
• Evidence based practice - Commit to continuous improvement and high clinical standards
• Collaborative mindset - Contribute meaningfully to a team dedicated to exceptional patient care

Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Tell us about the skills and experience you bring to high‑acuity cardiac nursing and what interest you about this role.

Describe a time you delivered high‑acuity cardiac or cardiothoracic care.

If you'd like more details, we're here to help.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [e-mail]

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

Paid maternity and parental leave

Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementingthe 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.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

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