Registered Nurse - Paediatrics Ward - Perm/Temp/FT/PT

Southern NSW Local Health District; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

12% Superannuation

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Paediatrics Ward at Campbelltown Hospital. The role is permanent or temporary, up to 38 hours per week, with visas considered for temporary placements and contracts aligned to visa conditions. Remuneration ranges from $41.23 to $57.88 per hour plus 12% superannuation and salary packaging.

Flu vaccination is mandatory. You will join a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, evidence‑based paediatric care and

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality, culturally responsive nursing care to paediatric patients.
• Assess, plan and deliver evidence‑based care in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Support families through the healthcare journey and promote safety and quality.
• Mentor peers and participate in quality improvement and risk management.

Job description

Registered Nurse - Paediatrics Ward - Perm/Temp/FT/PT

South Western Sydney Local Health District

REQ694338

Requisition ID: REQ694338

Employment Type: Permanent or Temporary Full time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week, up to January 2027 . 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: $41.23 - $57.88 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Campbelltown Hospital - Children's Ward

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

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

Step into a role where your expertise, empathy and critical thinking truly make a difference. As a Registered Nurse in our Paediatric Unit, you’ll provide high‑quality, culturally responsive care to children and families while working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team. This is your chance to be part of South Western Sydney Local Health District’s commitment to Leading Care, healthier communities, a place where collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment shape every interaction.

You’ll play a key role in assessing, planning and delivering evidence‑based nursing care, supporting families through their healthcare journey, and contributing to a positive, safe and high‑performing clinical environment. With opportunities to mentor others, participate in quality improvement, and grow your professional practice, this position offers both purpose and progression. If you’re passionate about paediatric nursing and ready to join a team that values compassion, professionalism and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you. Why you'll love this role:

• Deliver safe, compassionate, person‑centred care to children and families
• Join a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to collaboration and excellence
• Work in a service driven by NSW Health CORE values and the vision of Compassionate Care Always
• Grow your skills through ongoing professional development, coaching and reflection
• Contribute to a workplace culture focused on quality, safety and transforming patient experience

Are You the Right Fit?

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a Registered Nurse who brings curiosity, compassion and confidence to every shift. You’re someone who can balance clinical skill with genuine warmth, and who understands that caring for children means caring for their families too. You communicate clearly, think critically, and stay calm when priorities shift. You will:

• Deliver care that is safe, culturally responsive and grounded in evidence
• Engage openly with patients, carers and colleagues to ensure needs are understood and met
• Navigate challenges with professionalism, empathy and a solutions‑focused mindset
• Contribute to a positive, safe and high‑quality workplace through reflection, teamwork and accountability
• Value the NSW Health CORE principles and want to be part of a service committed to transforming patient experience

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).
• Please describe your recent experience as a Registered Nurse within a paediatric or relevant acute care setting. In your response, outline how you apply critical thinking and evidence‑based practice to deliver safe, compassionate and culturally responsive care, including an example that demonstrates your approach.
• Tell us about a time you effectively communicated with patients, families and members of a multidisciplinary team to ensure care needs were met. Include how you maintain professionalism, manage conflict when it arises, and contribute to risk management, work health and safety, and quality improvement in your workplace.
• Demonstrated recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an environment appropriate to the relevant specialty.

Please describe demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of evidenced based nursing care.

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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.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

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

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

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 implementingthe 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.

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