St George Hospital - Enrolled Nurse Transitional Support Program - Permanent Full Time

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Up to 12 days off per year

In-house training

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

St George Hospital in Sydney is seeking an Enrolled Nurse for the Transitional Support Program on a permanent full-time basis. The EN delivers high-quality nursing care under the direction of the RN, following NSW Health policies and CORE values.

You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold a medicines administration qualification. The role offers professional development opportunities and a supportive team within SESLHD.

Qualifications

• Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia approved qualification in medicines administration.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, other care providers, hospital clinicians and team members.
• Support working in a person-centred environment.
• Knowledge of risk management, safety and quality principles in nursing practice.
• Completion of Nursing Diploma or equivalent by 30 September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality nursing care to patients/clients under RN supervision.
• Assist in provision of nursing care and act within delegated functions.
• Adhere to NSW Health policies, professional standards, and CORE values in daily practice.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Risk management knowledge

Digital health information systems

Education

Nursing Diploma or equivalent

Job description

St George Hospital - Enrolled Nurse Transitional Support Program - Permanent Full Time

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Enrolled Nurse - Transitional Support Program
Remuneration:$75,011.91 - $81,508.14 per annum plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ693775
Application Close: 18 October 2026

REQ693775 - St George Hospital - Enrolled Nurse Transitional Support Program - Permanent Full Time

The Role

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.

All staff are expected to act as an appropriate ad effective role model and promote culture and supporting practices that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment through demonstrated behaviours and interactions with patients, clients,and employees. All staff are expected to take reasonable care that their actions do not adversely affect the health and safety of others, that they comply with any reasonable instruction that is given them and with any reasonable policies/procedures relating to the health or safety in the workplace, as well as notifying any hazards/risks or incidents to their managers. The vision for nursing and midwifery at St George hospital is to provide meaning and purpose to plan for the future;have reference to an inspirational statement that is consistent with the purpose and values of nursing and midwifery;and to inspire nurses and midwives to provide the highest quality healthcare to patients in any circumstance.

The vision statement is:'Nurses and midwives at St George hospital are always compassionate and competent in the delivery of excellent patient and family centered care'. Eight core behaviours were identified as being integral to achieving the vision:team player, caring, respectful, honest, advocate, collaborative, considerate and accountable. The Enrolled Nurse (EN) delivers high quality nursing care to patients/clients of the St George Hospital and Health Service consistent with SESLHD and St George Hospital and Health Service policies, procedures and standards. The EN works under the direction and supervision of the RN and assists in the provision of nursing care. EN's retain responsibility for their personal actions whilst remaining accountable to the RN for delegate functions. All EN's must comply and act in accordance with recognised professional and organisational standards established by:NSW Health, The Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia SESLHD, St George Hospital and Health Service, Clinical Supervision at the point of care is the role and responsibility of each RN/Registered Midwife and EN within everyday clinical practice, in line with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council Decision Making Frameworks for Nurses and Midwives.

Additional Benefits

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options - Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, Novated Leasing; and Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.

Selection Criteria

• Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Holds a Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia approved qualification in medicines administration.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers, other care providers, hospital clinicians, immediate team members and other stakeholders.
• Supports working in a person centered environment.
• Current professional practice knowledge base.
• Basic computer skills and proven ability to use health information systems.
• Knowledge and understanding of risk management, safety and quality principles and the role of the Enrolled Nurse in applying these principles.
• Demonstrated successful completion of a Nursing Diploma or completion by 30 September 2026.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

OurCORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email ***************@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.