Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Service

Deliver person-centred, evidence-based nursing care

Join a collaborative, high-performing multidisciplinary team

Make a meaningful impact within one of NSW’s leading hospitals

Manage and deliver person‑centred nursing care, build strong clinical partnerships and promote evidence‑based practice at Westmead Hospital.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $74,317.93 - $104,336.26 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)

Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

Westmead Hospital is one of Australia’s largest and most respected teaching hospitals, renowned for excellence in patient care, research and education. As part of Western Sydney Local Health District, you’ll work in a diverse, fast‑paced environment that values compassion, innovation and teamwork.

• A major tertiary referral hospital serving a diverse community

• Strong focus on education, clinical excellence and research

• Supportive, inclusive and values‑driven workplace culture

• Commitment to professional development and career progression

• Collaborative multidisciplinary teams delivering high‑quality care

What you'll be doing

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide safe, high‑quality nursing care that promotes positive health outcomes for patients, families and carers, while working closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care using evidence‑based practice

• Deliver culturally responsive, person‑centred care across a range of clinical needs

• Accurately document care plans, progress notes and referrals

• Collaborate effectively with patients, carers and healthcare professionals

• Support, mentor and contribute to the development of nursing colleagues

As an ICU Registered Nurse in a public hospital setting, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based care to critically ill patients with complex and life-threatening conditions. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for continuous patient assessment, monitoring advanced life-support systems, administering treatments, and responding promptly to clinical changes to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This role requires strong clinical judgement, effective communication, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, while also supporting patients and their families with compassion and professionalism. You will contribute to maintaining safety and quality standards, participate in ongoing education, and support a collaborative team culture aligned with public healthcare values.

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: Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria

• Recent experience in Intensive Care environment or relevant experiences in an acute/ COU inpatient area as deemed appropriate by WSLHD

• Ability to work a rotating 7 day roster to meet clinical demands of busy quaternary Intensive Care Service

• Effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients

• Excellent time management and organisation skills with attention to detail

• Evidence of computer literacy and understanding of relevant health related information systems

Requisition ID: REQ666582

Applications Close: 15th June 2026

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• For inquiries about the role, contact Giok Anderson on ***email_hidden***

Previous unsuccessful need not apply

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.