Registered Nurse - Infection Prevention Unit - Perm FT

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave with leave loading

One extra day off each month

Flexible work options

Maternity and parental leave

Learning opportunities

Gym membership discounts

Staff wellbeing support

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District at Campbelltown Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver safe, compassionate, person-centred care within a multidisciplinary team. You will collaborate with patients, families and carers to achieve identified goals and outcomes, upholding high standards of nursing practice.

The organisation focuses on leading care and healthier communities, offering a stable full-time role with supportive work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Recent experience as a Registered Nurse delivering care in a clinical environment relevant to the specialty.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and manage conflicts.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and clinical judgement with evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate, quality, person-centred care.
• Collaborate with patients/families/carers and a multidisciplinary team to achieve goals and outcomes.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Safe nursing practice

Professionalism

Education

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Campbelltown Hospital

Applications close: 15/11/26

Contact: Daryn Mitford - ONM Campbelltown Hospital on [e-mail] / 0460 014 617

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

The Registered Nurse will provide safe, compassionate, quality, person centred care and work in collaboration with patients/families/carers and a multidisciplinary team to achieve identified goals and outcomes. South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is focused on achieving our Vision of Leading Care, healthier communities.

Are You the Right Fit?

The Ideal Candidate Demonstrates The Following

• Compassionate and person-centred approach to patient care.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to safe, high-quality nursing practice.
• Demonstrated professionalism and emotional intelligence.

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).
• Recent experience as a Registered Nurse, delivering high-quality care in a clinical environment relevant to the specialty.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and effectively manage and resolve conflicts.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and clinical judgement, applying evidence-based practice to deliver safe and effective patient care.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• 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.