Registered Nurse - Close Observation Unit
NSW Health
Deliver high-acuity care in a dynamic Close Observation Unit
Support vulnerable patients with compassionate, person-centred care
Grow your career in a collaborative multidisciplinary team
Provide, monitor and coordinate high-quality patient care in a fast-paced Close Observation Unit, supporting vulnerable patients and driving positive health outcomes.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Auburn District Hospital
Where you'll be working
Join Auburn District Hospital, part of a leading health service committed to delivering safe, high-quality and patient-focused care. You’ll be working within a supportive Close Observation Unit, alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving outcomes for patients requiring close monitoring and specialised care.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Exposure to high-acuity and complex patient care
- Strong focus on professional development and mentoring
- Commitment to culturally respectful and patient-centred care
- Opportunities to contribute to quality improvement initiatives
What you'll be doing
As a Registered Nurse in the Close Observation Unit, you will provide individualised, high-quality care to patients with complex and evolving needs, ensuring optimal health outcomes through collaboration and clinical excellence.
- Deliver safe, effective and person-centred nursing care
- Monitor patient conditions and respond to clinical changes promptly
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and coordinate care
- Support patient discharge planning and appropriate referrals
- Mentor and supervise Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing and students
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 and valid registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
Selection Criteria
1. Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Demonstrated extensive and recent critical nursing skills and experience, demonstrated resuscitation experience desired. Currently working in Critical Care Nursing or minimum 6 months recent critical experience.
3. Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work
4. Effective interpersonal skills showing initiative and leadership to junior members of the team
5. Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues
6. Capacity to work seven (7) day rotating roster including public holidays.
7. Demonstrated effective communication skills- written and verbal
8. Demonstrated evidence of being able to provide person centred care
Requisition ID: REQ667505
Applications Close: 11th June 2026
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- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Tendayi Makamba on ***email_hidden***
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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