Registered Nurse – Surgical Ward

Bathurst Health Service

About the role

At Western NSW LHD this role enables you to bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career. As a Registered Nurse – Surgical Ward, you will be integral to achieving our goal of healthier rural people and thriving communities.

In this role, you will part of a cohesive team where you will be able to care for patients pre- and post-operatively from a range of surgical interventions, including orthopaedics, major & minor general surgeries, gynaecology and urology.

This is a key Surgical Ward supporting patients within the Bathurst Regions and surrounds.

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Additional information for applicants:

- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU).



This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a secure and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

Role-related enquiries:

Please contact Catherine Poschich on (02) 6330 5*** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Part time, Full time, Permanent, Casual/Temporary

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time / Temporary Full Time / Temporary Part Time (Up to December 2026)

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $40.03 - $56.20 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: up to 38

Applications Close: 18 August 2026 – 11:59pm

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📌 Registered Nurse - Surgical Ward (Bathurst)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Bathurst