Employment Type:Various opportunities across Randwick and Westmead
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:81748.17 - 114771.98 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ681855
Location: Westmead and Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 12 August 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Catherine Cruz on **************@health.nsw.gov.au

Make a Difference Where Little Lives Matter Most

Thinking about a career in paediatric nursing but don't have paediatric experience? We’ve got you covered

At Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN), we know that great paediatric nurses come from many different backgrounds. Whether you've worked in adult health, community care, rural settings, aged care, or another specialty, your skills and experience are valuable—and we can help you make the transition. We offer a transition program that will help you build confidence as you make that bold move.

Our Transition to Paediatric Nursing (TPN) Program is a structured six-month professional development program designed to support nurses who are new to the paediatric healthcare environment. Through a combination of self-directed learning, dedicated study days, and guidance from experienced clinical educators, you'll build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to provide safe, high-quality, family-centred care to children, young people and their families.

Why Choose SCHN?

- Join Australia's leading provider of specialist healthcare for children and young people.
- Receive comprehensive support as you transition into paediatric practice.
- Learn from experienced clinicians and educators who are passionate about developing the future paediatric nursing workforce.




- Build lifelong skills in a rewarding and highly specialised area of nursing.
- Be part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, and making a difference in the lives of children and families every day.

Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Protected 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.

Additional Information:

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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