Registered Nurse - Virtual Kids - Temporary - Full/Part Time - Sydney Childrens Hospital Network

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Employment Type: Various up to 22 November 2026 with potential for extension Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: 81748.17 - 114771.98

Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ677495

Located in: Westmead Applications Close: Midnight on 22 July 2026 For role related queries or questions contact Sean Pay on ********@health.nsw.gov.au

At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives. As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Registered Nurse to join the SCHN virtualKIDS service. virtualKIDS is a dynamic, multidisciplinary service offering on site 24-7 specialty paediatric virtual care to children and young people, both locally and throughout NSW. The aim of our service is to ensure children and their families have access to the right health care, at the right time and in the comfort of their own home.

We offer support for children and young people with acute conditions, as well as chronic and complex health care needs.

- Recent Acute Paediatric experience with an up-to-date skill set is essential.
- Good clinical IT skills are essential.
- Experience in Virtual care platforms is not essential, training will be provided.



This role currently requires candidates to work a rotational roster across seven days, including day, afternoon and potentially night shifts. The role is based onsite and may require work across both

The Children's Hospital at Westmead and Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick. The service is currently undergoing consultation regarding a proposed 10-hour shift model.

Additional Benefits (where applicable):

- Flexible work opportunities
- Salary packaging and meal entertainment perks
- accrued days off (ADOs)
- fitness passport
- employee assistance program (EAP)

- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Current Acute Nursing experience in a hospital setting.
- Effective time management skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Capacity to work a seven (7) day rotating roster including public holidays.
- 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 temporary full or part time vacancies.

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 Safe 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.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families.

For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping

Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au For technical support please contact 1300 679 *** Learn more about

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