Registered Nurse (Theatre, ED and Paediatrics) – Southern NSW, Australia

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Regional incentives

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

Southern NSW Local Health District is seeking experienced Registered Nurses across Theatre, Emergency Department and Paediatrics in Southern NSW, Australia. Roles include Scrub/Scout, Anaesthetics, PACU, triage experience preferred, and paediatric nursing in ward settings.

Opportunities support WHV/SID visa pathways and potential PR eligibility. Positions offer both permanent and contract arrangements with flexible start dates and regional incentives within SNSW Health facilities.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration (or in progress).
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in specialty areas.
• Strong clinical and communication skills.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Regional healthcare experience

Education

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

Job description

Registered Nurses (Theatre, ED & Paediatrics) - Southern NSW, Australia

Southern NSW Local Health District, Australia.

Visa Pathways: Working Holiday Visa (WHV) | Skills in Demand Visa (SID 482) → PR Pathway (Subclass 186)

Location: Southern NSW Local Health District (Regional & Coastal NSW)

Contract Type: Permanent / Fixed-Term / Contract

Start Dates: ASAP

About the Opportunity

Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSWLHD) is currently seeking experienced Registered Nurses across key specialty areas to join its diverse and supportive healthcare teams.

This opportunity offers flexibility whether you are:

• Looking for a working holiday experience, or
• Seeking a long-term sponsored role with a pathway to Permanent Residency

Specialties Required

Theatre / Perioperative Nursing

• Scrub / Scout
• Anaesthetics
• Recovery (PACU)

Emergency Department (ED)

• Acute and high-acuity care
• Triage experience highly regarded
• Fast-paced environments

Paediatrics

• General paediatric nursing
• Acute care experience
• Ward-based settings

Requirements

• Current AHPRA Registration (or in progress)
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in your specialty
• Strong clinical and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to regional healthcare settings

Visa Pathways

Working Holiday Visa (417)

• Ideal for short-term contracts and travel opportunities
• Flexible placements across the district
• Healthcare roles may allow extended employment options

Skills in Demand Visa (SID 482)

• Employer-sponsored, full-time positions
• Secure role within NSW Health
• Ideal for nurses seeking longer-term employment

Pathway to Permanent Residency (Subclass 186)

• Opportunity to transition to PR after 12 months in Australia (subject to eligibility)
• Long-term career stability within NSW Health

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and regional incentives
• Permanent and contract roles available
• Work across regional, rural & coastal hospitals
• Professional development and career progression
• Supportive team environments

Why Southern NSW?

• Beautiful coastal, rural & national park landscapes
• Relaxed lifestyle and strong community environment
• Lower cost of living vs major cities
• Diverse and rewarding clinical experience