Registered Nurse - Inpatient Unit - Casual

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Bowral; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

One extra day off each month for full‑

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join the Bowral Hospital inpatient team. This casual role offers up to 38 hours per week with a focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and working within a skilled multidisciplinary team.

You will provide evidence-based nursing care, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to positive patient outcomes in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Ability to deliver safe, compassionate and patient-centred care.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based, culturally responsive nursing care that supports safe outcomes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated care in the inpatient setting.
• Build therapeutic relationships through effective communication with patients and families.
• Maintain professional practice standards and participate in ongoing learning and development.
• Coach and mentor colleagues and students across the ward team.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (BN/BSN)

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ706484 Employment Type: Casual up to 38 hours per week Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Bowral Hospital Applications close: 22/11/2026 Contact: Meredith Mills - Nurse Unit Manager, Inpatient Unit on 0475 961 692 | [e-mail]

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 the dedicated inpatient team at Bowral Hospital and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients every day.

This is an exciting opportunity for compassionate and motivated Registered Nurses to deliver high quality care, work alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team, and contribute to positive patient outcomes in a supportive and collaborative healthcare environment.

• Deliver evidence based, culturally responsive nursing care that supports safe, high-quality patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated and person centred care across the inpatient setting.
• Build strong therapeutic relationships through effective communication with patients, families, carers and colleagues.
• Maintain professional practice standards while actively engaging in ongoing learning and professional development.
• Share your knowledge and experience by supporting, coaching and mentoring colleagues and students across the ward team.

Are You the Right Fit?

We're seeking a motivated Registered Nurse who is passionate about making a difference and delivering exceptional patient care. You'll bring a positive and collaborative approach, a commitment to clinical excellence, and a genuine desire to support patients throughout their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated to providing compassionate care and contributing to a supportive team environment, you'll thrive as part of our inpatient team at Bowral Hospital.

The ideal candidate will:

• Provide safe, compassionate and high quality care aligned to NSW Health values.
• Demonstrate accountability, critical reflection and commitment to ongoing development.
• Actively participate in creating a safe and respectful care environment.
• Collaborate effectively within a dynamic multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Place patients at the centre of all care decisions and clinical actions.

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).
• Tell us about your recent Registered Nursing experience and how you provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care while working effectively with patients, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team.
• Tell us about a time you used critical thinking and professional judgement to manage a clinical situation, including how you identified risks and contributed to a positive patient outcome or quality improvement.

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.