Central Coast Local Health District

Reference number

REQ631719

Occupation

Registered Nurse

Work type

Various

Location

Gosford, Central Coast and Region

Salary Information

$74317.94 - $104336.27

Closing date

03 October 2026 at 11:59pm

Employment Type: Permanent and Temporary Full Time and Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ631719

Gosford Hospital is the major referral hospital for the Central Coast, delivering complex, high-acuity medical and surgical care to a rapidly growing community.

We are actively seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join high-performing inpatient, perioperative and specialist teams.

Strong Demand Areas

We are prioritising recruitment in:

- General Medicine Inpatient Units

- Cancer Inpatient Unit

- Surgical Inpatient Units

- Perioperative Services

- Nursing Support Roster (NSR)

- Critical Care

- Dialysis

Perioperative

We are seeking experienced Perioperative Registered Nurses to join our team within a leading edge 12 theatre unit and 24 bed PACU facility. Bring your perioperative expertise to a dynamic and supportive team, with opportunities to grow and expand your experience across all three perioperative specialties — Scrub/Scout, Anaesthetics and Recovery/PACU.

Scrub / Scout
We are currently seeking experienced and dedicated Scrub/Scout Registered Nurses to join a highly motivated perioperative team, working with state of the art equipment and supported by strong educational and professional development opportunities. This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a highly specialised theatre environment, providing skilled intraoperative nursing care across 11 surgical specialties.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in the planning, coordination, and delivery of secure, high quality patient care throughout the perioperative journey. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to exceptional patient outcomes while further developing your clinical expertise in a dynamic and supportive workplace.

Anaesthetics
We are currently seeking experienced Anaesthetic Registered Nurses looking to work in a contemporary, highly specialised hospital with a strong team culture and genuine career development opportunities.

As an Anaesthetic Registered Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high quality perioperative care within a supportive and collaborative environment. Working alongside anaesthetists, surgeons, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to positive patient outcomes across a diverse range of surgical specialties.

Recovery/PACU
We are currently seeking experienced Recovery/PACU Registered Nurses to join our perioperative team. This is an exciting opportunity to become a member of a team committed to clinical excellence, continuous learning and exceptional patient outcomes. As a Recovery/PACU nurse, you will play a vital role in the immediate post-operative phase, delivering safe, evidence-based care while supporting patients through their recovery from anaesthesia and surgery.

J5 Surgical Centre - Temporary and Permanent




To meet inpatients demand J5 surgical centre will be used as overnight patient area during winter period. If you are a motivated Registered Nurses looking for temporary employment opportunities, this will be a great opportunity for you, and we would love to hear from you. This will be 7-day rotating roster including morning evening and nights.

Cardiac Cath Lab - Temporary
Join our friendly and growing Cardiac Catheter Laboratory team, delivering advanced cardiac services to the Central Coast community, including complex PCI, coronary imaging (IVUS/OCT), electrophysiology, cardiac device implantations, and a dedicated 24/7 STEMI service. We offer excellent education and mentorship with support from a dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator, ACORN-compliant staffing ratios, and training across all roles. Previous experience is not essential; we are looking for candidates with strong critical thinking skills and a willingness to learn.

Dialysis

Haemodialysis nursing offers the clinical complexity, autonomy, and critical thinking familiar to acute care nurses, without the relentless pace.
This is not routine, task‑based nursing, it is high‑acuity, problem‑solving care in an outpatient setting, ideal for nurses who want to evolve their practice, apply science to real‑time clinical decision‑making, and work in a role where professional judgement genuinely matters and no two shifts are the same.

General Medicine Inpatient Units - Temporary and Permanent

General Medicine at Gosford Hospital is a complex, high-acuity service managing a broad range of medical specialties, including:

- Gastroenterology

- Geriatrics

- Respiratory Medicine

- Endocrinology

- Renal Services

- Stroke and Neurology

- Medical Assessment Unit

Cancer Inpatient Unit

Our Cancer Inpatient Unit provides specialised care for patients with haematological and oncological conditions, delivering high-quality treatment in an environment where compassion and clinical excellence are central to everything we do. As part of our team, you will support patients through complex treatment pathways and recovery, delivering safe, evidence-based care while fostering meaningful and respectful relationships with patients and their families.
We are seeking motivated clinicians who demonstrate strong acute care capability, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. While oncology experience is desirable, it is not essential – we value a willingness to learn and undertake speciality education in cancer care.

Surgical Services - Temporary and Permanent

Our Surgical Inpatient Units provide comprehensive perioperative and post-operative care across a broad range of specialties, including:

- Orthopaedics

- Vascular Surgery

- ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)

- General Surgery

- Upper Gastrointestinal (Upper GI)

- Colorectal Surgery

- Urology

- Gynaecology

- Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery





- Breast & Endocrine Surgery

Transit Lounge (Temporary)

- Support patient flow and discharge coordination within a structured and team-focused environment.

- Ideal for adaptable nurses with strong communication and prioritisation skills.

About You:

- Current AHPRA registration

- Current working rights in Australia (no visa sponsorship available)

- Recent acute hospital experience in Australia

- Strong clinical judgement and escalation capability

- Excellent time management and prioritisation skills

- A collaborative, professional approach

- You are adaptable, accountable and confident in your clinical practice.

The Central Coast is home to one of the fastest growing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in NSW. To provide culturally safe, responsive care, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the community we serve.

We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses and are committed to creating an inclusive and culturally safe workplace where all staff feel valued and supported.

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_01. This includes:

- This is a category A position: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

Need More Information?

For role-related queries, please contact: Clare Anderson - Senior Recruitment Officer
Email: [email protected]

Please note, only applications from Registered Nurses holding valid work rights for Australia, currently reside in Australia and have current AHPRA registration will be considered for these positions

You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.

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An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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