Job description

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Deliver exceptional, person-centred care in a focused surgical setting Join the Day Only Surgery team at Mount Druitt Hospital Support patients and families through their surgical journey

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: $81,748.16 - $114,771.98 per annum Hours Per Week: 38 (Job share may be considered for part time hours) Located in: Mt Druitt Hospital

Where you'll be working Join the Day Only Surgery team at Mount Druitt Hospital, where you will contribute to a patient-focused environment supporting people through their surgical journey. You will work collaboratively with nurses, medical staff and the broader multidisciplinary team to deliver safe and effective care.

Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary clinical team

Support patients and families in a busy day surgery environment

Work in a setting focused on safe, high-quality patient outcomes

Contribute to a positive and respectful patient experience

Help patients navigate their care and discharge journey

What you'll be doing As a Registered Nurse, you will provide individualised, evidence-based care that responds to each patient's needs while supporting positive health outcomes. You will use your clinical judgement to manage changing priorities and deliver care within your scope of practice.

Deliver person-centred care to patients and their families or carers

Assess changing patient needs and respond appropriately to clinical priorities

Coordinate referrals and support patients throughout the discharge process

Delegate and supervise care provided by ENs and AINs within their scope

Communicate effectively with patients and advocate for their needs

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 Criteria

Registration: Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria

Demonstrated recent nursing experience relevant to the position and commitment to quality improvement, practice development and evidence-based practice

Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to patient care

Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, delegate, and negotiate with others to deliver quality nursing care

Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology, written and verbal means,; and sound interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate with a diverse range of people.

Requisition ID: REQ693640 Applications Close: 18 October 2026

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For inquiries about the role, contact Verity Inglis on 0438235426

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: 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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Job Summary

  • Published on: 03 Oct, 2026
  • Category: Admin & Office
  • Vacancy: 10
  • Job type: Casual
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  • Location: Ballina, NSW 2478
  • Job Nature: Casual

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