Registered Nurse - NSW Refugee Health Service

Requisition ID: REQ670321

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week or Temporary Part Time, minimum 24 hours per week, until 30/06/2027

Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)

Location: NSW Refugee Health Service, Level 3, 157-161 George St, Liverpool

Applications close: 28/06/2026

Contact: Sandy Eagar - Nurse Manager NSW Refugee Health Service on 0427 480 033 | ***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 the NSW Refugee Health Service and be part of a dedicated, supportive team delivering meaningful care to newly arrived refugees across Sydney. Working within a nurse-led model, comprehensive health assessments are conducted with guidance and support from experienced senior staff, fostering both confidence and professional growth. Grounded in a strong social justice framework, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of vulnerable communities. Access to ongoing professional development, structured clinical supervision, and a flexible work environment supports both personal and professional advancement.

Are You the Right Fit?

This opportunity is suited to an experienced Registered Nurse capable of working independently without direct supervision, with a demonstrated background in cross-cultural healthcare settings. Proficiency in electronic medical record systems is essential, along with well-developed advocacy skills to effectively support diverse and vulnerable populations. A strong commitment to equitable healthcare and culturally responsive practice will ensure success in this rewarding, purpose-driven role.

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
• Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of evidenced based nursing care
• Demonstrated understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to social justice, and to the issues of access and equity in health.
• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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• 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.