Job description

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Make a real impact in specialised cardiothoracic and surgical care

Thrive in a supportive, collaborative and high-performing team

Grow your nursing career with world-class education and development

Deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced cardiothoracic stepdown unit, using your clinical skills to support safe recovery and exceptional outcomes.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time - Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse Remuneration: $75,011.91 - $81,508.14 per annum $37.83 - $41.10 per hour Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours) Located in: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working Join our dedicated Cardiothoracic Stepdown and General Surgery team at Westmead Hospital, one of NSW's leading tertiary hospitals. You'll be part of a diverse, patient-centred workforce committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.

You'll enjoy:

A supportive team culture that values collaboration and professional respect

Exposure to high-acuity post-operative care in a dynamic surgical environment

Opportunities for skill development and ongoing clinical education

A workplace that embraces cultural diversity and ethical, person-centred care

Access to extensive NSW Health benefits and career pathways

What you'll be doing As an Enrolled Nurse, you'll provide safe, timely, and compassionate nursing care in line with patient care plans and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will play a vital role in supporting patients' recovery, enhancing clinical outcomes, and ensuring high standards of care and documentation.

Your responsibilities will include:

Completing patient assessments, identifying clinical changes and escalating concerns appropriately

Delivering nursing care within your scope of practice and aligned with the nursing care plan

Supporting patients with daily living activities and promoting independence

Accurately documenting care and maintaining compliance with NSW Health and WSLHD policies

Contributing to a cohesive nursing team, upholding safety, quality and continuous improvement

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Enrolled Nurses to join our dynamic team in the Cardiothoracic Stepdown and General Surgery Ward which also includes subspecialty such as ENT, plastic and reconstructive, head and neck, oral maxillary facial surgery and ophthalmology. Previous surgical experience is highly regarded but not essential, as ongoing education and training will be provided.

How to Apply Apply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements

Registration: Current Endorsed Enrolled Nurse Division 2 Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria

Relevant and recent clinical experience deemed appropriate by WSLHD

Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.

Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal

Effective interpersonal skills showing initiative and leadership.

Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to continuing professional development and demonstrated ability to utilise information technology within a variety of applications and willingness to undertake training.

Requisition ID: REQ678094 Applications Close: 26th July 2026

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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- .

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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