Registered Nurse - Geriatrics

Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave loading

Superannuation

Meal entertainment allowance

Professional development support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide patient-centred, evidence-informed nursing care at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care in collaboration with patients and a multidisciplinary team.

You will uphold NSW Health Core Values and ensure high-quality outcomes. This permanent full-time/part-time position offers a competitive hourly rate and attractive leave loading, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must hold current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Ability to apply evidence-informed practice and critical thinking in patient care.
• Commitment to person-centred care and NSW Health Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centred, evidence-informed nursing care to achieve identified health outcomes.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with patients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Nursing registration

Evidence informed practice

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

RN Registration (AHPRA)

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full 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 visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• 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
• Annual influenza vaccination on us!
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.

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 the Child Safe Standards.

For more information about SLHD please visit ‘Working with Us’.

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For enquiries, please contact Uchita Shrestha on [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

Applications Close: 11 October 2026 at 11:59pm

For Applicant Support and Information, visit ‘Applicant Information’.