Registered Nurse - Neurosurgery and Plastics - Perm/Temp PT/FT

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

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave with leave loading

Hybrid work options

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District, Liverpool Hospital Neurosurgery & Plastics Unit, is seeking enthusiastic registered nurses to deliver exceptional patient care while developing advanced specialty skills in neurosurgery and reconstructive surgery care.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, develop skills in neurological assessment and drain management, and pursue ongoing professional development with leadership and education support.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as an RN with AHPRA.
• Experience in acute, surgical or specialty setting with clinical assessment and escalation of deterioration.
• Experience in multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced neurological assessment and deterioration recognition.
• Manage lumbar drains and External Ventricular Drains (EVDs) monitoring.
• Provide care for patients undergoing neurosurgical and reconstructive procedures.

Skills

Registered Nurse

AHPRA Registered

Neurological assessment

Postoperative care

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (RN)

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ703967

Employment Type: Permanent or Temporary Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week . Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Applications close: 08/11/2026

Contact: Hind Elmir - Acting Nurse Unit Manager, CB5F, Neurosurgery and Plastics on [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.

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About

Grow your career in a highly specialised and supportive clinical environment.The Neurosurgery & Plastics Unit at Liverpool Hospital is seeking enthusiastic nurses who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while developing advanced specialty skills.This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside expert multidisciplinary teams and gain hands‑on experience in the care of complex neurosurgical and reconstructive surgery patients. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through structured education, bedside coaching, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities.In this role, you will develop skills in:

• Advanced neurological assessment and recognition of patient deterioration.
• Management and monitoring of lumbar drains and External Ventricular Drains (EVDs).
• Free flap observations and postoperative reconstructive surgery care.
• Care of patients undergoing complex neurosurgical and plastic surgery procedures.
• Whether you are looking to enhance your clinical expertise, pursue specialty nursing pathways, or advance your long‑term career goals, our dedicated leadership and education team will support you every step of the way. Join Liverpool Hospital's Neurosurgery & Plastics Unit and build the specialist skills that will shape your future nursing career.

Are You the Right Fit?

• Passionate about developing advanced clinical skills and expanding your knowledge in a specialised surgical environment.
• Committed to delivering high‑quality, compassionate and evidence‑based care to patients with complex healthcare needs.
• Excels in a collaborative multidisciplinary team and values strong communication and teamwork.
• Motivated to learn and grow through education, mentorship, bedside coaching and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Adaptable, proactive and keen to develop expertise in neurological assessment, patient deterioration recognition and specialised postoperative care. If you're looking for an opportunity to accelerate your nursing career, gain exposure to highly specialised clinical practices, and work alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive learning environment, we'd love to hear from you!

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.

• Do you have current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Describe your recent nursing experience in an acute care, surgical or specialty setting. How have you applied clinical assessment skills, recognised and escalated patient deterioration, and delivered safe, patient‑centred care to patients with complex healthcare needs?
• The Neurosurgery & Plastics Unit provides opportunities to develop advanced skills in neurological assessment, specialised drain management and postoperative reconstructive surgery care. Describe a time when you worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support a patient's care and explain how you have embraced learning opportunities to develop your clinical practice and improve patient outcomes.

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• 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 implementation 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.