Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Perm FT/PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Fairfield; Hybride; AUD 57 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Hybrid work options

Maternity and parental leave

Learning opportunities

Résumé du poste

South Western Sydney Local Health District’s Fairfield Emergency Department seeks a dynamic Registered Nurse to join a busy ED. Benefit from structured leadership, Safe Staffing Levels, and a clear career pathway from emergency fundamentals to advanced practice.

Join a culturally diverse team and contribute to planning for a new Emergency Department. NSW Health supports learning and leadership development, with generous leave and superannuation benefits.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (i.e., NMB).
• Commitment to safe, compassionate and evidence-informed patient care.
• Ability to work within a 24/7 roster and participate in ongoing emergency nursing development.

Responsabilités

• Provide care in a busy ED with a 24/7 roster.
• Demonstrate sound communication and escalation when clinical deterioration occurs.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, culturally responsive care.

Connaissances

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical escalation

Formation

Registered Nurse (AHPRA)

Description du poste

Requisition ID: REQ704939 Employment Type: Permanent Full time or Permanent Part Time up to 38 hours per week Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Fairfield Hospital Applications close: 15/11/2026 Contact: Kiara Dodd - Nurse Manager, Fairfield Emergency Department on [e-mail]| [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 Fairfield Emergency Department at an exciting time of investment, innovation and growth. Build your emergency nursing career in a culturally diverse, busy hospital, supported by mandatory Safe Staffing Levels, newly established 24/7 nursing leadership and a clear pathway from emergency nursing fundamentals to advanced clinical and leadership practice. Be part of shaping our future as planning progresses for a new Emergency Department.

Why join Fairfield Emergency Department?

• Mandatory Safe Staffing Levels have been implemented, reflecting investment in safe nursing care and workforce support.
• A newly introduced 24/8 nursing leadership model provides accessible shift leadership, coaching and a pathway towards future leadership roles.
• Experience a broad range of emergency presentations across acute care, resuscitation, fast track, front of house and ED short stay.
• Join a culturally diverse community and collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Help shape the future of emergency care as planning progresses for a new Emergency Department redevelopment.

Are You the Right Fit?

We welcome motivated Registered Nurses who are curious, compassionate, adaptable and committed to developing their emergency nursing skills. Whether you bring relevant acute care experience or established emergency expertise, we value your experience and will support your development.

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA), consistent with the approved position description.
• Commitment to safe, compassionate, culturally responsive and evidence-informed patient care.
• Sound communication, teamwork, prioritisation and clinical escalation skills.
• Willingness to work within a 24/7 roster and participate in ongoing emergency nursing development.

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).
• Describe how you recognise and respond to clinical deterioration in a busy acute or emergency care setting, including communication and escalation.
• Describe how you work with patients, families and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver safe, culturally responsive care and support ongoing learning.

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Position Information

Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

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.