Registered Nurse - Special Care Nursery (SCN)
3d ago , from Illawarra Mercury Job Board
Part-time (minimum of 15 hours per week) and casual opportunities available - Sponsorship not offered
Nurture, support and make a difference at the very start of life
Are you a Registered Nurse with a passion for neonatal care and a commitment to clinical excellence?
Norwest Private Hospital is seeking experienced and compassionate Special Care Nursery Nurses to join our Women's Health team.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a high‐performing, supportive environment, where your expertise will directly impact newborns and their families during some of their most important moments.
Why Norwest Private Hospital?
Norwest Private Hospital is a 277‐bed, high‐acuity hospital located in Sydney's rapidly growing North‐West corridor and operated by Healthscope, Australia's leading private healthcare provider.
Our teams are known for delivering outstanding clinical outcomes, transparent reporting, and exceptional patient experiences. Every role matters here-and every day, our people truly make a difference.
About the department
Our Women's Health Unit includes:
43‐bed postnatal, antenatal, and gynaecology ward
7 modern Birthing Suite rooms
A 7‐bed Special Care Nursery, supporting our maternity services
You'll work closely with midwives, medical staff, and allied health professionals in a collaborative and respectful setting.
About the role
As a Registered Nurse in our Special Care Nursery, you will:
Deliver high‐quality, family‐centred neonatal nursing care
Work autonomously within the SCN while being supported by a skilled multidisciplinary team
Apply sound clinical judgement and decision‐making in a nursery setting




Uphold ACQSHC National Standards and Healthscope values
Contribute to continuous improvement and positive patient experiences
About you
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Minimum 3 years' Neonatal Nursing experience
Demonstrated ability to work independently and unsupervised in SCN
Neonatal qualification (or actively working towards)
Skilled with respiratory support such a bubble CPAP and HHFNC.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong commitment to quality patient care and safety
Sound clinical decision‐making and problem‐solving skills
Current NSW Working with Children Check
Compliance with ACQSHC National Standards
Postgraduate qualification in Neonatal Nursing (or working towards)
What we offer
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Ongoing professional development and education opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Convenient location close to shopping centres and public transport
Reduced on‐site car parking rates
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. With 42 hospitals nationwide and over 19,000 healthcare professionals, we offer:
Long‐term career opportunities across our national network
Flexible career pathways
Strong leadership and shared learning
A genuine sense of belonging-because Healthscope is a family
Come and be the difference in our patients' lives.
Questions?
Contact
••••@healthscope.com.au
Applications close: 14 August ****
Important information:
Appointment is subject to a current National Police Check (issued within 3 months), Working with Children Check, evidence of right to work in Australia, and proof of immunisation as required for Category A Healthcare Workers.
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