Job Description
Surgical Registered Nurse Jobs – Multiple Locations | Southern NSW LHD (Travel Nurse Contracts)
Up to $*****/hr + super + penalties + $**** completion bonus | Travel nursing contracts NSW | Free accommodation, travel & daily living allowance
Join HealthX as an experienced Surgical Registered Nurse and secure high-paying travel nurse contracts in Southern NSW.
These short-term regional NSW nursing contracts offer excellent hourly rates, fully covered travel and accommodation, and daily reimbursements — ideal for RNs seeking surgical ward travel nursing roles across NSW Health facilities.
Why you'll love this opportunity
Up to $***** per hour + super + shift penalties
$**** HealthX contract completion bonus
Travel, accommodation, and meal reimbursement provided
6-12-week Surgical RN contracts in NSW – extensions available
Work across multiple Southern NSW LHD hospitals
Ideal for nurses seeking regional, rural, or travel nursing experience
About the Role
As a Travel Surgical Registered Nurse, you will deliver high-quality perioperative and post-operative nursing care across regional NSW hospitals.
You'll support patients throughout the surgical journey, manage post-op recovery, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams in surgical and mixed medical-surgical wards.
Key responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative nursing care
Monitor and manage post-surgical patients, including pain management
Perform wound care, drains,



and post-operative assessments
Administer medications, IV therapy, and blood products
Recognise and escalate deteriorating patients using clinical pathways
Maintain accurate documentation in line with NSW Health policies
Locations – Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSWLHD)
Goulburn Base Hospital
Queanbeyan Hospital
Cooma Hospital
Bega Hospital
Moruya Hospital
Batemans Bay Hospital
Yass District Hospital
Crookwell District Hospital
Braidwood Hospital
What you'll need
Current AHPRA Registration (Registered Nurse – Division 1)
Minimum 1 years' recent Surgical or Medical-Surgical nursing experience
Strong post-operative assessment and clinical decision-making skills
Current working rights in Australia
(urgent, non-sponsorship role)
About HealthX
HealthX is a trusted Australian healthcare employer specialising in regional, rural, and travel nursing contracts.
We directly employ our nurses and partner with NSW Health Local Health Districts nationwide.
Our nurses are supported by dedicated consultants, consistent contracts, and opportunities to grow their careers while making a real impact in regional communities.
Why choose travel nursing in Southern NSW
Enhanced surgical exposure and hands-on experience
Broader scope of practice in regional surgical units
Career development and leadership opportunities
Work and explore coastal, alpine, and historic regional NSW locations

📌 Surgical Registered Nurse - Rn (New South Wales)
🏢 Health X
📍 New South Wales