Registered Nurse - Orthopaedic/ Short Stay Surgical

Requisition ID: REQ665471

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week up until June 2027

Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Campbelltown Hospital - A71 Orthopaedics/Surgical Short Stay Unit

Applications close: 08/06/2026

Contact: Whitney Borg - Nursing Unit Manager on 0448 235 783 | ***email_hidden***

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

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

Bring your orthopaedic and surgical nursing expertise to a dynamic Orthopaedic/Short Stay Surgical Unit where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. As a Registered Nurse, you’ll be part of a collaborative team nursing model that ensures safe, high‑quality and person‑centred care for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures.

Working closely with skilled colleagues across nursing, medical and allied health, you’ll contribute to a fast‑paced environment that values clear communication, shared decision‑making and a strong commitment to patient outcomes. Whether coordinating care, supporting post‑operative recovery or guiding junior staff, you’ll play an essential role in delivering compassionate, evidence‑based care.

This opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive team that embodies respect, openness and collaboration — all while delivering exceptional care to our community.

Are You the Right Fit?

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a confident, collaborative Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast‑paced surgical environment and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

• Orthopaedic and surgical capability — bringing sound clinical judgement to short‑stay surgical care.
• Team nursing collaboration — working seamlessly within a coordinated team‑based model.
• Person‑centred communication — engaging respectfully and effectively with patients, carers and colleagues.
• Critical thinking in action — applying evidence‑based reasoning to support safe, high‑quality care.
• Commitment to safety and quality — upholding WHS, risk management and continuous improvement principles.

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).
• Demonstrated recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an environment appropriate to the relevant speciality.
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe compassionate quality care that is culturally responsive.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs.

• Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.

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
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• 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 [email protected]
  • 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 [email protected]. 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

• Temporary visa holders
  • May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
• 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.

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