Requisition ID: REQ689471

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per Annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Special Care Nursery, Fairfield Hospital

Applications close: 20/09/2026

Contact: Nicole Ciudad Real - A/ Midwifery Unit Manager, Maternity Ward 2D and Special Care Nursery on 02 9616 8268 | [email protected]

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Join our dedicated Special Care Nursery team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of newborns and their families. In this rewarding role, you'll provide high-quality, family-centred care while supporting infants requiring specialised neonatal nursing support.

- Deliver holistic, evidence-based nursing care to sick and premature newborns in a supportive and nurturing setting.
- Work alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team committed to achieving the best outcomes for babies and their families.
- Provide compassionate patient and family-centred care, empowering parents throughout their newborn's care journey.
- Develop your neonatal nursing skills in a specialised clinical setting focused on excellence in care and continuous improvement.

Are You the Right Fit? We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional neonatal care.

- Previous experience working in a Special Care Nursery or neonatal care setting.
- Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication skills and a family-centred approach to care.
- High attention to detail, adaptability and a commitment to driving positive change and continuous improvement.





Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.
- Demonstrated understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace.
- Demonstrated recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an environment appropriate to the relevant speciality.
- Demonstrated ability to provide safe compassionate quality care that is culturally responsive.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

- Position Information
- Applicants will be assessedagainst the criteria in the Position Description.

- How to Apply

- Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.

- Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

- Aboriginal Workforce





- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees

- Work-Life Balance

- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

- Grow Your Career

- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

- Health & Wellbeing

- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

- Vaccination Requirements
- All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

- Child Safe Employment

- South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing 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.

- Temporary Positions

- For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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