Enrolled Nurse - Orthopaedic/Short Stay Surgical

Requisition ID: REQ665465

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $72,825.63 - $79,134.02 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

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

Applications close: 08/06/2026

Contact: Whiney 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

Join a dynamic Orthopaedic and Short Stay Surgical Unit where your clinical expertise and commitment to team‑based care truly matter. As an Enrolled Nurse, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe, compassionate and high‑quality person‑centred care alongside a supportive team of skilled nurses, doctors and allied health professionals.

In this fast‑paced surgical environment, you’ll have the opportunity to build on your orthopaedic or acute surgical experience, develop new skills and contribute to smooth patient journeys from admission through to discharge. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work — you’ll be part of a team that values open communication, respect and shared problem‑solving to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.

If you thrive in a setting where no two days are the same, enjoy working closely with others and are passionate about delivering exceptional care, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to grow and make a meaningful impact within South Western Sydney Local Health District.

Are You the Right Fit?

You’ll thrive in this role if you’re a compassionate, team‑focused Enrolled Nurse who brings enthusiasm, professionalism and a commitment to high‑quality care.

• Orthopaedic or surgical experience — or a genuine desire to grow your skills in a fast‑paced short‑stay surgical environment.
• Person‑centred communication — engaging confidently with patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team.
• Team collaboration — contributing positively to a supportive, respectful and solutions‑focused workplace.
• Critical thinking in practice — applying evidence‑based reasoning to deliver safe, high‑quality care.
• Commitment to safety and quality — understanding WHS, risk management and continuous improvement in a clinical setting.

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 an Enrolled Nurse (Division 2), General with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• 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.

• Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of evidenced based nursing care.

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 [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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