Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 60,000; Part time

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Job summary

NSW Health at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse for a temporary part-time role (20 hours per week). You will support post-operative outpatients and assist CNCs in wound clinic, ensuring patient-centered care.

The role requires current AHPRA registration, strong communication, and eligibility to work in Australia. Cardio-thoracic experience is preferred; vaccination is required under NSW Health policy; applications close 23 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and written/verbal communication within a multidisciplinary team.
• Must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or have Australian Work Rights.
• Experience in acute Cardiothoracic nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist CNCs with managing post-operative outpatients in CTSx Wound Clinic.
• Communicate operation date and admission plan to patients.
• Provide patient-centred, evidence-informed nursing care in collaboration with the health team.

Skills

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

Interpersonal skills

Australian work rights

Acute cardiothoracic experience

Job description

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time; 20 hours per week up toJanuary 2027
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ683789

In Sydney Local Health District our vision isExcellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!

Where you will be based

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.

About the Role

In this role you will assist CNC’s with managing post‑operative outpatients in CTSx Wound Clinic Mon-Fri Phone calls to patients to discuss their operation plan ie/ inform of date of surgery and admission plan, inform when to attend pre‑admission clinic.

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the provision of patient centred; evidence informed nursing care that promotes identified health outcomes. The Registered Nurse will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with individuals and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

• Current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.
• Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or have Australian Work Rights.
• Experience in acute Cardiothoracic nursing is preferred.

Benefits and Perks!

• Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance. For more information visitSalaryPackagingPlus
• Meal entertainment reimbursement up to $2,650 per year
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling and support for staff and their families
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
• For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits

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.

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For enquiries, please contact Jeremiah O'Sullivan on 0411 15 331 or via email at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 23 October 2026 at 11:59pm