Registered Nurse - Day Surgery Unit - Perm/Temp FT/PT

Requisition ID: REQ706774

Employment Type: Permanent/Temporary Full Time or Part Time, minimum 32 hours per week until 30/06/2028

Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

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

Location: Bankstown - Lidcombe Hospital

Applications close: 29/11/2026

Contact: Tafadzwa Sox - NUM on Tafadzwa.Sox@health.nsw.gov.au | (02) 9722 8440

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

We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Registered Nurse to join our Day Surgery Unit. The successful applicant will provide high-quality care across the patient journey, including pre-admission assessment, pre-operative preparation, post-anaesthetic recovery, and discharge planning.

• Strong assessment, clinical, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a positive, patient-focused environment while supporting efficient day surgery services
• We are looking for a nurse who is committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and efficient care in a fast-paced day surgery environment
• Commitment to continuous service improvement
  
  

Are You the Right Fit?

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a confident and compassionate Registered Nurse who can balance clinical excellence with the pace and demands of a busy Day Surgery Unit

• Demonstrate strong clinical assessment, communication and decision-making skills to support safe patient care.
• Work confidently and efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment, responding effectively to changing patient needs.
• Collaborate positively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to coordinated and patient-focused care.
• Show a genuine commitment to compassionate nursing practice, continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery.
  
  

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Please elaborate on how your skills and experiences align with the role requirements and highlight what you will bring to add value to the Day Surgery Unit.
• Highlight the main factors driving your interest in this position and express what aspects of joining the Day Surgery Unit motivates you the most?
  
  

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• Position Information
• Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• How to Apply
• Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
• 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 SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
• 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 SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. 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.