Registered Nurse - Rehabilitation Unit

St Vincent's Health Australia Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Salary packaging

Renowned precinct

Heart/lung transplant program

Oncology care

Community programs

Study leave

Fitness Passport

Service transfer

Job summary

St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (Division 1) to join the 22-bed rehabilitation unit. You will deliver patient-centred rehab programs for neurological, rheumatology, cancer, transplant and orthopaedic patients, collaborating with a wide multidisciplinary team to maximise independence and quality of life.

The role requires current AHPRA registration, acute hospital experience (rehabilitation valued), and strong clinical judgment within a busy

Qualifications

• Currently registered as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated experience in an acute hospital setting; rehabilitation experience is highly regarded.
• Evidence of integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, critical thinking and analysis in daily practice.
• Strong time management and ability to prioritise competing workloads within a complex environment.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team with effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centred rehabilitation programs to maximise functional independence.
• Collaborate with patients to set meaningful goals and support daily living activities.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic rehabilitation services.
• Contribute to a supportive environment focused on wellbeing and quality of life.

Job description

Job Description

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.

About St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney

St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more.