Surgical RN: Colorectal/UGI Care & Mentorship

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health at Westmead Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse to join the K9b Colorectal/UGI/ASU team. Deliver evidence-based surgical nursing care, support complex patient needs, and work within a multidisciplinary team to achieve outstanding outcomes.

The role offers temporary full-time employment up to 4 October 2027, with mentorship, education and development opportunities, and a diverse caseload across colorectal, UGI and acute surgical services.

Qualifications

• Must have current AHPRA RN registration.
• Recent nursing experience relevant to the position.
• Commitment to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to lead, supervise and delegate.
• Strong clinical communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based, person-centred surgical nursing care.
• Assess, monitor and respond to changing patient conditions.
• Coordinate patient care and support discharge planning.
• Mentor nursing staff and students within a high-performing team.
• Advocate for patients and manage resources ethically.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Job description

NSW Health at Westmead Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse to join the K9b Colorectal/UGI/ASU team. Deliver evidence-based surgical nursing care, support complex patient needs, and work within a multidisciplinary team to achieve outstanding outcomes.

The role offers temporary full-time employment up to 4 October 2027, with mentorship, education and development opportunities, and a diverse caseload across colorectal, UGI and acute surgical services.