Registered Nurse - Recovery

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

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off (full-time)

Additional Public Holiday during Xmas

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Upskill with free courses via Sydney教育

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Sydney Local Health District at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver patient‑centred, evidence‑informed care within a major metropolitan hospital.

You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, with a rotating 7‑day roster, including weekends, night duty and on‑call shifts. AHPRA registration and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in an acute setting are required.

Qualifications

• A current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an acute setting.
• Ability to work a rotating 7-day roster, including weekends, nights, public holidays and on-call.
• May need to provide service to Operating Theatres and offsite locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centred, evidence-informed nursing care.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with individuals and the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Patient Care

Education

Nursing Registration with AHPRA

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Part Time (minimum 24 hours per week)

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + Superannuation

Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ705284

About The Role

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH), established in 1882, is one of Australia’s most respected hospitals with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national, and international communities. As a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare, RPAH offers world-class facilities and services. Our dedicated, innovative, and caring staff are committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

The Registered Nurse is responsible for the provision of patient centred; evidence informed nursing care that promotes identified health outcomes. The Registered Nurse will assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with individuals and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

• A current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an acute setting.
• An ability to work a rotating 7-day roster, including weekends, night duty, public holidays and participation in an on-call roster.
• May need to provide service to Operating Theatres and offsite locations such as Radiology, Cath lab and Endoscopy

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

Benefits And Perks

• Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)
• Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
• Annual influenza vaccination on us!
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

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For enquiries, please contact Helen Snushall on [phone] or via email at [e-mail]

Applications Close: 12 November 2026 at 11:59PM

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