Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (15 Feb 2027 – 13 Feb 2028)

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,711.98 pa ( superannuation salary packaging options)

Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: 38

Applications Close: 29 Sept 2026 – 11:59pm

Registered Nurse – Perioperative Services – Transition to Specialty Practice

Orange Health Service

About the role

Launch Your Perioperative Nursing Career.

Are you an early career Registered Nurse who has completed a New Graduate Program and is ready to take the next step in your professional journey? This exciting 12-month program offers the opportunity to develop specialised skills and knowledge within a agile Theatre Complex, with comprehensive support every step of the way.

Successful candidates will receive tailored guidance from experienced Clinical Nurse Educators, helping them achieve individual professional development goals while building confidence and competence in the perioperative environment. You'll be exposed to a diverse range of clinical scenarios, providing valuable hands-on learning and professional growth.

This is an immersive and inclusive learning experience designed for active participation, not observation. As part of the team, you'll gain practical experience in a supported environment, allowing you to develop transferable skills and expertise that will enhance your future career opportunities across a variety of clinical settings.

If you're looking for a challenging, rewarding, and supportive pathway into perioperative nursing,



we'd love to hear from you.

Helping you move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description 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.

To apply for this role:

· Click ‘Apply’

· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

· Upload your current resume

· Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Vickie Rapley, Nursing Unit Manager on 6369 3243 or at [email protected] for more information.

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 (ongoing or temporary).

· 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 safe 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

📌 Registered Nurse - Transition to Specialty Perioperative Services (Australia)
🏢 NSW Health
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