South Western Sydney Local Health District

Reference number

REQ680402

Occupation

Registered Nurse

Work type

Various

Location

Sydney - West

Salary Information

$81748.17 - $114771.98

Closing date

09 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Requisition ID: REQ680402
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time/ Full Time working up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 09/08/2026
Contact: Hind Elmir - Acting Nurse Unit Manager | (0 8738 7544 | Mob 04 6000 2506 | [email protected] |

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
The Orthopaedics and Trauma Unit at Liverpool Hospital delivers specialised, high‑acuity care for complex musculoskeletal injuries, combining advanced surgical practice with a strong multidisciplinary focus to support optimal patient recovery.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

- Work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team in a fast paced environment caring for patients with musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.
- Apply the highest standards of care within the framework of the NSQHS standards of care.
- Have the opportunity to develop a broad range a clinical skills specific to orthopaedics and trauma.
- Exposure to the latest evidence-based nursing practises.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Are You the Right Fit?
You’ll thrive in this role if you bring a blend of clinical expertise, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to exceptional Orthopaedic & Trauma care. You will bring with you various skills and experience to the role including:

- Professional approach to nursing practise
- Maintain CPD and be engaged with educational opportunities
- Willingness to engage/communicate/actively listen with consumers/ carers and members of the MDT.




- Maintain positive work culture and ethics.
- Be a team player and engage in the team nursing model of care structure required for orthopaedic/ trauma nursing.

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.

- Do you have current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Please attach a copy of your AHPRA registration in your application
- Provide an example of an orthopaedic or trauma related clinical emergency and describe the escalation pathways?
- Describe how you would de-escalate and manage patient aggression?
- Patient risk assessments are important for maintaining patient safety. Describe what you think are the highest risks for orthopaedic/ trauma patients and how you could mitigate those risks as a clinician?

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 Secure 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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📌 Registered Nurse - Orthopaedic & Trauma ward - Perm FT/PT (Sydney)
🏢 South Western Sydney Local Health District
📍 Sydney