Registered Nurse - Coronary Care Unit - Perm/Temp FT/PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Liverpool City Council; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave with leave loading

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Coronary Care Unit at Liverpool Hospital. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered cardiac care within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should have acute care experience, AHPRA registration, and flexibility to work a 24/7 rotating roster. Ongoing professional development and a strong commitment to excellence are valued in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute care settings, with coronary/acute cardiac nursing preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and fast-paced decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients with acute cardiac conditions.
• Contribute to a 24/7 rotating roster including weekends and nights.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Skills

Acute care nursing

Cardiac/Coronary care

Clinical assessment

Communication

Roster flexibility

Education

AHPRA-registered nurse

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ684843

Employment Type: Permanent or Temporary 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 to $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Applications close: 18/10/2026

Contact: Monique Bransby - Nurse Unit Manager on [e-mail] or via phone on [phone]

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

Join a supportive and collaborative Coronary Care Unit team dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred cardiac care.

• Develop your clinical skills within a specialised acute care environment supported by experienced nurses and a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide care to patients with a range of acute cardiac conditions while contributing to positive patient outcomes and experiences.
• Access ongoing learning and professional development opportunities to support your career progression in cardiac and critical care nursing.
• Be part of a team that values compassion, teamwork, continuous improvement and excellence in clinical practice.

Are You the Right Fit?

• Demonstrated experience in acute care nursing, with critical care, coronary care or acute cardiac nursing experience highly desired.
• Flexibility to work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including weekends and night shifts, in line with service requirements.
• Excellent clinical assessment skills, attention to detail and the ability to respond effectively in a fast-paced acute care setting. Strong communication, teamwork and active listening skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional development and evidence-informed practice. Opportunity to develop specialised cardiac nursing skills while working alongside an experienced and supportive coronary care team.
• Ability to provide compassionate care and support to patients and their families during acute cardiac presentations and recovery.

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.

• Do you have current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Please attach a copy of your AHPRA registration in your application.
• Are you aware of and acknowledge that this position requires the ability to work a 7-day rotating roster, covering mornings/afternoons/nights, weekends and Public Holidays?
• Describe your experience working in an acute care setting and how this has prepared you to care for patients with acute and complex cardiac conditions.
• Provide an example of a time you recognised and responded to a deteriorating patient. What actions did you take and what was the outcome?

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

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.

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.