Registered Nurse - Geriatrics

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Additional Public Holiday during Xmas

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Meal entertainment allowance

Upskill with free courses via Sydney教育

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Fitness Passport

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Registered Nurse at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney. The role offers permanent full time and part time (minimum 24 hours per week) with a competitive hourly remuneration and leave loading, plus superannuation.

The RN will provide patient-centred, evidence-informed care, collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, and contribute to high-quality outcomes. Full working rights in Australia are required.

Qualifications

• Current nursing registration with AHPRA.
• Understanding of evidence-informed practice and critical thinking.
• Commitment to person-centred care and NSW Health core values.
• Excellent written and verbal communication within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centred, evidence-informed nursing care to achieve identified outcomes.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care with individuals and multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

Evidence-informed practice

Person-centred care

Interpersonal communication

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time and Part Time (minimum 24 hours per week) Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Annual leave loading + Superannuation Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Requisition ID: REQ686186

If you are dedicated to providing outstanding customer and patient care we would love you to join our team!

About Us

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!

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

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

We are looking for someone who has…

• A current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• An understanding of evidence informed practice and critical thinking.
• Commitment to person centred care and NSW Health Core Values.
• Effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

Benefits and Perks!

• Monthly Accrued Day Off(for full time employees)
• 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 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

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

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.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit:https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing theChild Safe Standards.

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Join a supportive team where your work directly contributes to better patient experiences.

Applications Close: 11 October 2026 at 11:59pm

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