WSLHD – Transitional Aged Care Programme – Registered Nurse

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 46,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Western Sydney Local Health District at Cumberland Hospital. The role supports older people to regain independence after hospital stays, within a multidisciplinary team and a trusted NSW Health framework.

You will deliver person-centred care, coordinate recovery goals with families and health professionals, and maintain high clinical standards while contributing to service excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing or higher.
• Registration: AHPRA NMRB of Australia Registration.
• License: NSW Drivers Licence.
• Demonstrated recent knowledge & nursing experience in aged care, rehabilitation & community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate and high-quality nursing care for older people after hospitalisation.
• Develop and achieve individualised care goals with clients, families and health professionals.
• Assess and coordinate care: plan, implement and evaluate holistic nursing care tailored to clinical needs.
• Empower clients and families: communicate clearly to support informed decisions and recovery.
• Collaborate with internal and external health professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain clinical documentation and uphold professional and aged care standards.
• Assist with screening referrals and onboarding eligible clients to the programme.
• Balance priorities and resources while delivering person-centred care.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing or higher

Job description

WSLHD – Transitional Aged Care Programme – Registered Nurse

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people

Work alongside a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team

Grow your career with Western Sydney Local Health District

Restore independence. Empower older people. Deliver exceptional, person-centred care.

Employment Type:Temporary Part Time (up to 31st December 2026)
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour
Hours Per Week:24 (Job Share may beconsidered for part time hours)
Location: CumberlandHospital

Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) at Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta, and be part of a team dedicated to helping older people regain confidence, independence and quality of life after a hospital stay.

Be part of the Transitional Aged Care Programme (TACP), supporting older people through their recovery and transition back to greater independence.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers.

Work in an environment guided by NSW Health CORE Values: Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

Build your clinical expertise and professional capability while making a tangible difference to the community.

What you'll be doing
As a TACP Registered Nurse, you’ll deliver safe, compassionate and high-quality nursing care that supports older people to optimise their physical and cognitive functioning following hospitalisation. You’ll work closely with clients, families, carers and health professionals to develop and achieve individualised care goals, promoting recovery, wellbeing and independence.

Assess and coordinate care: Plan, implement and evaluate holistic nursing care tailored to each client’s clinical needs, goals and circumstances.

Empower clients and families: Communicate clearly and compassionately to support informed decisions, active participation and positive recovery outcomes.

Collaborate for better outcomes: Coordinate care with internal and external health professionals to ensure continuity of care and effective service delivery.

Maintain clinical excellence: Keep accurate clinical documentation, uphold professional and aged care standards, protect confidentiality and take accountability for your practice and ongoing development.

Support access to care: Assist with screening referrals and onboarding eligible clients to the programme, while balancing competing priorities and available resources.

Make a difference with WSLHD

Bring your nursing expertise, compassion and commitment to person-centred care to a service that helps older people live with greater independence and dignity. Join Western Sydney Local Health District and be part of a team working towards Exceptional people, healthier lives.

Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or higher

Registration: AHPRA NMRB of Australia Registration

License: NSW Drivers Licence

Demonstrated recent knowledge & nursing experience in the areas of aged care, rehabilitation & community, with a demonstrated ability to manage older people, particularly those with cognitive decline or complex health care needs.

Demonstrated effective written, typed & verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to identify key messages, issues & concerns when communicating with others.

Demonstrated ability to proactively engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery & to guide others in providing service excellence.

Demonstrated ability to organise & prioritise work & manage time effectively using assertive strategies.

Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team & apply professional & ethical boundaries when dealing with complex situation.

Demonstrated competent computer & information technology skills in the area of data collection & storage, email & calendar usage, Microsoft applications and a proven ability to use electronic health information systems.

Detailed knowledge & understanding of risk management, safety & quality principles & the role of the Registered Nurse in applying these principles.

Valid NSW Drivers Licence & willing to use it for work purposes.

Requisition ID: REQ694164
Applications Close: 26th October 2026

For inquiries about the role, contactMark Richardson on 0447 517 623. [e-mail]

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.