Macquarie University Health – Registered Nurse, Respiratory & Endoscopy

Appointment type: open to part‑time & full‑time permanent arrangements.

Base salary: $76,868 – $107,956 + 12% superannuation + salary packaging options.

About the role: As a Registered Nurse in Respiratory and Endoscopy, you will deliver safe, compassionate, high‑quality care to patients undergoing respiratory assessments, interventions and endoscopic procedures. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, mentor junior staff, and participate in continuous career development.

Responsibilities

- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with respiratory conditions, including assessment, monitoring, treatment and education.
- Prepare, assist and recover patients undergoing endoscopic procedures, ensuring safety, comfort and dignity.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, develop individualized care plans and evaluate outcomes collaboratively.
- Administer medications, including procedural sedation, in accordance with protocols and best practice guidelines.
- Maintain competency with specialized respiratory and endoscopy equipment; handle setup, troubleshooting and post‑procedure care.
- Educate patients and families about respiratory management, post‑procedure care and self‑management strategies.
- Accurately document all aspects of patient care, observations and interventions.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits and evidence‑based practice projects.




- Contribute to a supportive team culture, mentoring, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Adhere to infection prevention, workplace health and safety, and all relevant clinical policies.

Selection Criteria & Qualifications

- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with no conditions.
- Demonstrated clinical experience in respiratory nursing, endoscopy/procedural nursing, or a related acute care setting.
- Strong assessment, critical thinking and clinical decision‑making skills.
- Experience or willingness to develop competency in procedural sedation, airway management and operating related equipment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to evidence‑based practice, quality improvement and ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated ability to work flexibly across two specialty areas, managing competing priorities.

Benefits

- Competitive salary plus superannuation and salary packaging.
- Postgraduate study and ongoing education support.
- Childcare at a reduced staff rate.
- Access to university facilities including sporting amenities, gym and pool.

How to Apply

Applications close: Sunday, 9th August 2026, 11:59pm AEST.

Only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents or residents with full working rights. Submit CV and cover letter through the online portal.

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📌 Registered Nurse (Respiratory & Endoscopy) (City of Sydney)
🏢 Macquarie University Hospital
📍 City of Sydney