Registered Nurse - Community Health - Perm/Temp FT

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

One extra day off each month

Job summary

The Registered Nurse will join the Primary & Community Health Nursing team at Fairfield Community Health Centre. The role provides safe, person-centred nursing care across clinic and home-based settings, including wound care, catheter care, palliative care and Hospital in the Home services.

The position supports patients to receive quality care closer to home, promotes independence and continuity of care, and helps prevent avoidable hospital presentations and admissions.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Evidence of critical thinking as it relates to nursing care.
• Ability to engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs.
• Australian C-Class driver’s license (including P1 or P2); NSW license requirements if coming from another state.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, person-centered nursing care across clinic and home-based settings (wound, catheter, palliative, Hospital in the Home).
• Support patients to receive quality care close to home, promote independence and continuity of care.
• Collaborate with patients, families and multidisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes.
• Deliver accessible, coordinated community-based care.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Requisition Details

Requisition ID: REQ704983 Employment Type: Permanent or Temporary Full Time, 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: $1,566.70 - $2,199.59 per week+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Fairfield Community Health Centre Applications close: 15/11/26 Contact: Benjamin Taing on 0436813 875 | [e-mail]

The Registered Nurse will join the Primary & Community Health Nursing team at Fairfield Community Health Centre. The role provides safe, person-centred nursing care across clinic and home-based settings, including wound care, catheter care, palliative care and Hospital in the Home services.The position supports patients to receive quality care closer to home, promotes independence and continuity of care, and helps prevent avoidable hospital presentations and admissions. Working closely with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse plays an important role in achieving positive health outcomes and delivering accessible, coordinated community-based care.

Are You the Right Fit?

• Ability to work independently and confidently across remote, home-visiting and clinic environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound clinical judgement and critical thinking.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility and adaptability across varied community nursing settings.

Selection Criteria

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of evidence based nursing care
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumer, carers and the multidisplinary health team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs.
• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

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.

Aboriginal Workforce

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [e-mail]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Financial Perks

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• 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
• Grow Your Career Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• 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

Additional Information

Vaccination Requirements: All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

Child Safe Employment

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 implementing 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.

Temporary Positions

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