Registered Nurse - Special Care Nursery -Temp FT/PT

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

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

One extra day off each month for full‑

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse to join the busy Level 4 Neonatal Nursery at Campbelltown Hospital. You will contribute to high-quality neonatal care and support families with compassionate, family-centred approaches while developing your clinical expertise in caring for neonates requiring advanced respiratory support, including CPAP.

The role offers a Temporary Full Time/Part Time arrangement up to 38 hours per week, with 12% superannuation,

Qualifications

• Neonatal nursing experience or demonstrated ability in neonatal care.
• Experience with babies requiring CPAP or willingness to develop this skill.
• Strong family-centred care approach and collaboration with families.
• Attention to detail to ensure safe and high-quality clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Care for neonates requiring respiratory support, including CPAP.
• Support babies and families with compassionate, family-centred care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to achieve best outcomes for newborns.
• Maintain meticulous documentation and adherence to clinical standards.

Skills

Neonatal nursing

CPAP care

Family-centred care

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ702783

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time/ Part Time, up to 38 hours per week until June 2027

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Campbelltown Hospital

Applications close: 08/11/26

Contact: Fiona Kite - NUM Special Care Nursery on 0418 629 761 | [e-mail]

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

Join a dynamic and supportive team in a busy Level 4 Neonatal Nursery, where you'll play an important role in caring for some of our smallest patients. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Neonatal Nurse to further develop your skills while contributing to high-quality neonatal care.

• Develop your clinical capability in caring for neonates requiring advanced respiratory support, including CPAP.
• Support babies and their families through compassionate, family-centred care during some of their most important moments.
• Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for newborns.
• Apply a high level of attention to detail to support safe, effective and high-quality care delivery.

Are You the Right Fit?

We're Seeking a Dedicated Neonatal Nurse Who Thrives In a Fast-paced Clinical Environment And Values Delivering The Highest Standard Of Care. You'll Bring a Collaborative Approach, a Passion For Supporting Newborns And Their Families, And a Commitment To Excellence In Everything You Do. The Ideal Candidate Will

• Bring demonstrated neonatal nursing experience and a passion for providing outstanding care to newborns and their families.
• Confidently care for babies requiring CPAP support, or embrace the opportunity to develop this specialised skill within a supportive team.
• Foster strong, trusting relationships with families through compassionate and family-centred care.
• Apply exceptional attention to detail to support safe, effective and high-quality clinical outcomes.
• Demonstrate flexibility, reliability and a strong team focus while contributing to a 24/7 rotating roster service structure.

Selection Criteria

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Describe a clinical situation where your attention to detail, critical thinking, and clinical judgement were essential to ensuring safe and effective patient care. What did you identify, what actions did you take, and what was the outcome?
• Family-centred care is a key focus of this role. Please provide an example of a time when you worked collaboratively with a patient, their family/carers, and the multidisciplinary healthcare team to achieve a positive outcome. How did you build effective relationships, communicate care needs, and ensure a patient‑centred approach?

Position Information

• Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

• 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.

Aboriginal Workforce

• For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [e-mail]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
  • 12% superannuation
  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
  • 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
• Grow Your Career
  • Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
  • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
  • 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

Additional Information

• Vaccination Requirements
  • All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
  • 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 implementing the 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.