Registered Nurse - Cath Lab/Cardiac Day Stay

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Annual Leave loading & Superannuation

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Upskill with free courses

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Fitness Passport

Job summary

NSW Health at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Cardiac Day Stay and Cath Lab team on a temporary full-time basis. The role involves pre- and post-procedural care and rotating to scrub/scout for interventional procedures.

The unit operates 0700–1930, Monday to Friday, with on-call coverage after hours. AHPRA registration and >2 years of acute nursing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Australian nursing registration (AHPRA).
• Current Cath Lab experience is advantageous for this role.
• More than 2 years nursing experience in acute settings (ICU/ED/CCU).
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Able to participate in on-call roster and respond within 30 minutes.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to work in a high-functioning team.
• Capable of unsupervised, organized work during high-demand periods.
• Capacity to wear lead gowns for radiation protection.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre and post-procedural care in the Cardiac Day Stay Unit.
• Scrub/Scout for interventional cardiac, vascular, EP, and device procedures.
• Participate in on-call roster and after-hours call backs.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Cath Lab experience

2+ years acute nursing

Clinical assessment

On-call availability

Interpersonal skills

Autonomous work

Radiation protection

Job description

Registered Nurse - Cath Lab/Cardiac Day Stay

Employment Type:Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week up to up to November 2027
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$1,566.69 - $2,199.59 per week + Annual Leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ700526
Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest-growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. It fosters innovation, values its people, and supports ongoing professional growth. Every day, our staff make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. Come build an exciting and rewarding career with us!

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 Cardiac Cath Lab and Day Stay Unit is a dynamic unit in which the successful applicant will encounter multiple cutting edge cardiovascular procedures and provides a 24 hour, 7 day a week emergency cover.
In this role, you will participate in pre and post procedural care of the patient in the Cardiac Day Stay Unit as well as rotate to the labs to scrub/scout for interventional cardiac, vascular, electrophysiology, implantable devices, and stuctural heart procedures. The Cardiac Day Stay Unit operates 0700-1930 hrs, Monday to Friday and the Cath Lab procedural rooms operate during business hours Monday to Friday with an on-call service covering out of hours emergency cases.
For more information, please view the Position Description

• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Current Cath Lab experience will be beneficial for the role.
• More than 2 years clinical nursing experience in acute clinical settings ie ICU/ED or CCU.
• Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to participate in on call roster and attend after hours call backs within 30 mins.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a high functioning team.
• Ability to work unsupervised, proficiently and in an organised manner during periods of high demand and activity.
• Capacity to wear lead equivalent gowns for radiation protection.

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

Benefits and Perks!

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading

Extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus

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 Benefit s

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.

For enquiries, please contact Melinda King-Adams via email at [e-mail]

Applications Close: 23 October 2026 at 11:59pm

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