Registered Nurse - Cardio-thoracic Unit (Permanent)
Western Sydney Local Health District – Westmead NSW
Join a high-acuity specialist Cardiothoracic Unit
Grow your acute care skills with ongoing support
Work at one of NSW's leading tertiary hospitals
Deliver exceptional cardiothoracic nursing care while developing advanced clinical skills in a fast-paced specialist environment.
Employment Type:Permanent Full Time
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$81,****** - $114,****** per annum
Hours Per Week:38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location:Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be workingWestmead Hospital is one of Australia's premier tertiary referral hospitals, recognised for delivering world-class patient care, education, research and innovation.
Our Cardiothoracic Unit provides care for patients requiring complex cardiac and thoracic treatments, offering nurses incredible opportunities to build specialist clinical expertise in a supportive and collaborative setting.
Whether you're an experienced Registered Nurse seeking your next challenge or a motivated early career nurse looking to expand your acute care experience, you'll be supported by experienced clinicians dedicated to your professional growth and success.
Why join our team?
Develop specialist skills in cardiothoracic nursing and complex patient care
Work alongside experienced nurses, doctors and multidisciplinary teams
Access ongoing learning, clinical development and career progression opportunities
Join a supportive and inclusive workplace that values teamwork and innovation
Be part of a leading health service committed to excellence in patient outcomes
What you'll be doing
As a Registered Nurse within the Cardiothoracic Unit, you will provide person‐centred,



evidence‐informed nursing care that promotes positive patient outcomes.
You will work collaboratively with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care throughout the patient journey.
In this role you will:
Deliver high-quality, compassionate nursing care to patients with complex cardiothoracic conditions
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care using evidence-based clinical practice
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes
Support and guide Enrolled Nurses, Assistants in Nursing, students and colleagues
Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety and continuous service enhancement
Why make the move?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected specialist unit where no two days are the same.
You'll care for patients at critical stages of their recovery, expand your clinical capabilities and work alongside highly skilled healthcare professionals who are passionate about mentoring and supporting nurses.
Whether you're looking to specialise, broaden your acute care experience, or take the next step in your nursing career, the Cardiothoracic Unit at Westmead Hospital offers the challenge, support and professional development you've been searching for
Registration: Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Selection Criteria
Recent relevant experience in clinical setting as deemed appropriate by WSLHD
Effective interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients
Excellent time management and organisation skills with attention to detail
Evidence of computer literacy and understanding of relevant health related information systems
Requisition ID: REQ******
Applications Close: 5th October ****
Previous applicants need not apply.
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📌 Registered Nurse - Cardio-Thoracic Unit (Permanent) (New South Wales)
🏢 Western Sydney Local Health District
📍 New South Wales