Registered Nurse - K8b Surgical Close Observation and Trauma Unit

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

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse at Westmead Hospital, a leading tertiary referral hospital. You will provide safe, evidence-informed nursing care and work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality outcomes for diverse patients.

The role offers 38 hours per week, temporary full-time status, and a structured learning environment. You will engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to continuous quality improvements

Qualifications

• Registration: Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-informed nursing care to patients and families
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care with multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and care plans
• Collaborate with patients, carers and teams to achieve positive health outcomes
• Support development of nursing colleagues and participate in quality improvement initiatives

Job description

• Deliver exceptional patient care in a leading tertiary hospital
• Join a collaborative team committed to excellence and innovation
• Grow your nursing career with ongoing learning and development opportunities

• Deliver exceptional patient care in a leading tertiary hospital
• Join a collaborative team committed to excellence and innovation
• Grow your nursing career with ongoing learning and development opportunities

Make a difference every day. Assess, plan and deliver evidence-based care while building strong patient relationships and contributing to outstanding health outcomes.

Employment Type

Temporary Full Time (Up to 31st October 2027)

Position Classification

Registered Nurse

Remuneration

$41.22 - $57.88 per hour

Hours Per Week

38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)

Location

Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

At Westmead Hospital, you'll join one of Australia's largest and most respected healthcare services, providing care to a diverse and growing community.

As part of Western Sydney Local Health District, you'll work alongside dedicated multidisciplinary professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate and patient-centred care.

We foster a supportive culture where teamwork, continuous learning and innovation drive exceptional outcomes for our patients and communities.

• Work within a leading tertiary referral hospital renowned for clinical excellence
• Join a highly skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team
• Care for patients from diverse cultural and clinical backgrounds
• Access ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Contribute to a culture that values collaboration, respect and person-centred care

What You'll Be Doing

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide safe, evidence-informed and person-centred nursing care that supports positive health outcomes for patients and their families. Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care while promoting quality improvement and clinical excellence.

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient outcomes
• Provide timely, culturally appropriate and compassionate care to patients with a broad range of health needs
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, care plans and patient records in accordance with professional standards
• Collaborate effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal healthcare outcomes
• Support the development of nursing colleagues, students and assistants while contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives

Join us and make a meaningful impact

At NSW Health, we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and want to build a rewarding nursing career in a supportive and inclusive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Essential Criteria

• Registration: Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria

• Recent relevant experience in clinical setting as deemed appropriate by WSLHD
• Effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients
• Excellent time management and organisation skills with attention to detail
• Evidence of computer literacy and understanding of relevant health related information systems

Requisition ID

REQ698262

Applications Close

18th November 2026

Need more information?

• Find out more about applying for this position.
• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
• Explore theselection process,employment checks,outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact Elaine Choi on 0457337593

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.