Registered Nurse - Rehabilitation Unit

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 86.000 - 115.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

Not-for-profit salary packaging

World-class hospital network

Professional development opportunities

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Descripción de la vacante

St Vincent's Hospital Sydney is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Rehabilitation Unit on a permanent full‑time basis. The role delivers patient‑centred rehabilitation for neurological, rheumatology, cancer, transplant, LVAD, aged care, orthopaedic and HIV‑related conditions within a multidisciplinary team.

You will support patients to improve mobility and independence, collaborate with medical, nursing, therapy and pastoral care colleagues, and apply theoretical knowledge to daily practice.

Formación

• Currently registered as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with AHPRA.
• Experience in an acute hospital setting; rehabilitation experience valued.
• Evidence of applying theoretical knowledge to clinical practice.
• Strong time management and prioritisation in a complex environment.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team with effective communication.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver patient-centred rehabilitation programs to maximise potential after injury, illness or surgery.
• Work with patients to improve mobility and independence in daily activities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across nursing, rehab, therapy, and support services.
• Contribute to a holistic rehabilitation environment focused on wellbeing and quality of life.

Conocimientos

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Time management

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Educación

AHPRA RN Division 1

Descripción del empleo

Role title: Registered Nurse (Year 2 - 8)

Role type: Permanent full time

Shift details: 24/7 rotating roster

Department and location: Rehabilitation Unit, St Vincent's Public Hospital, Sydney

Salary: $86,183.34 - $114,771.98 + super

Welcome to St Vincent's Hospital Sydney

Join a team built on a proud legacy of world‑class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.

Founded by the Sisters of Charity and powered today by St Vincent's Health Australia, the Sisters' legacy of compassionate service is our living heartbeat. As Sydney's premier and iconic inner‑city public hospital, we serve the entire population, providing world‑class care to all people, including the most vulnerable in our community. Across our renowned precinct, we feature cutting‑edge programs and surgery infrastructure, fostering clinical excellence and professional growth.

Located in the vibrant heart of Darlinghurst, we are positioned just minutes from Kings Cross station, with direct, high‑frequency bus connections from the east, and seamless links from Gadigal and Museum stations right to our doorstep.

Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.

About the role

• Join a dedicated 22-bed rehabilitation unit providing specialised care for patients with neurological, rheumatology, cancer, transplant, LVAD, aged care, orthopaedic and HIV‑related conditions.
• Deliver patient‑centred rehabilitation programs that support individuals to achieve their maximum potential following injury, illness or surgery.
• Work collaboratively with patients to achieve meaningful goals, including improving mobility, increasing independence with daily activities, and adapting to life changes.
• Be part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team comprising medical, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, psychology, social work, pharmacy, nutrition, diversional therapy and pastoral care services.
• Contribute to a supportive and holistic rehabilitation environment focused on maximising functional independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

About you

• Currently registered as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated experience working in an acute hospital setting, with previous rehabilitation experience highly regarded.
• Demonstrated evidence of integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, critical thinking and analysis in your daily practice.
• Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to prioritise competing workloads within a complex environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work within an interdisciplinary team using effective communication and interpersonal skills.

What we can offer you

• Exceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income
• World‑Class: Be part of a renowned precinct alongside the Garvan & Victor Chang institutes
• Excellence: Premier heart/lung transplant program, advanced robotics, & pioneering HIV/AIDS initiatives
• Cutting‑Edge Oncology: Deliver advanced cancer care and trials at the renowned Kinghorn Cancer Centre
• Community: Support vital programs for First Nations, homelessness, mental health, & drug and alcohol care
• Professional Advancement: Accelerate your career with study leave and Curran Foundation scholarships
• Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations
• Coming from NSW Health?: Smooth transfer of your qualifying service and leave entitlements

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Equal opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.

Reconciliation Action Plan

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.