Registered Nurse Operating Suite

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health at Westmead Hospital is seeking an Administration Officer in a casual role to support patient-centred care and coordinate a wide range of administrative tasks in a busy hospital setting.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth operations, manage competing priorities, and contribute to service quality and continuous improvement in perioperative services.

Qualifications

• Extensive perioperative nursing experience preferred in Instrument/Circulating, Anaesthetics or PACU.
• Demonstrated application of evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making.
• Ability to lead, supervise, delegate and negotiate to deliver quality nursing care.
• Excellent communication with diverse teams including patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative support enabling patient-centred care.
• Coordinate a broad range of admin functions as a contact for patients, carers and clinicians.
• Deliver efficient services to support patient care and service operations.
• Support improvement initiatives and safe, consumer-focused workplace.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

IT literacy

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Join a leading tertiary hospital in Western Sydney

Thrive in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment

Build a rewarding healthcare administration career

Manage vital administrative services, support patient care delivery, and build positive experiences in a busy hospital environment.

Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour
Hours Per Week: 0
Location:Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working
At Westmead Hospital, you'll join a high-performing team dedicated to delivering exceptional health outcomes for patients, families and the wider community. As one of Australia's largest and most dynamic health services, Westmead offers a collaborative and supportive workplace where your contributions directly support the delivery of outstanding patient care.

Working alongside multidisciplinary clinical and administrative teams, you'll play an important role in ensuring the smooth operation of healthcare services while helping patients navigate their healthcare journey.

Be part of a respected and innovative healthcare organisation

Work in a collaborative, supportive and inclusive team environment

Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career development

Contribute to improving patient experiences and health outcomes

Make a meaningful difference within your local community

What you'll be doing
As an Administration Officer, you will provide high-quality administrative support that enables the effective delivery of patient-centred care. You will coordinate a broad range of administrative functions while acting as a key point of contact for patients, carers, clinicians and stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

Delivering efficient administrative services to support patient care and service operations

Communicating with patients, families, carers and healthcare professionals to coordinate care requirements

Managing competing priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

Supporting service quality initiatives, reporting processes and continuous improvement activities

Contributing to a safe, respectful and consumer-focused workplace that promotes excellent patient outcomes

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Registered Nurses to join the Westmead Public Hospital Operating Suites on a casual basis. As a major referral and trauma centre comprising 28 operating rooms, Operating Suites offers a dynamic and rewarding perioperative experience. In these roles, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care and advocacy as part of a multidisciplinary team. Opportunities are available across the perioperative specialty areas of Instrument and Circulating Nursing, Anaesthetics, and the Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU).

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join a team where your skills, commitment and dedication help deliver better healthcare every day. Bring your passion for customer service, organisation and teamwork to an environment where you can grow your career while making a real impact on the lives of patients and their families.

Registration: Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria

Extensive current operating theatres experience in Instrument and Circulating or Anaesthetics or Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) perioperative specialty areas.

Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to patient care.

Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, delegate, and negotiate with others to deliver quality nursing care.

Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology, written and verbal means; and sound interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate with a diverse range of people.

Demonstrated commitment to professional development.

Applications Close:24th March 2027

Need more information ?

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 casual employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.