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Registered Nurse - Emergency Department - Perm FT/PT
South Western Sydney Local Health District View all jobs
Posted 3 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2467253
Requisition ID: REQ704939
Employment Type: Permanent Full time or Permanent Part Time up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Fairfield Hospital
Applications close: 15/11/2026
Contact: Kiara Dodd - Nurse Manager, Fairfield Emergency Department on [email protected]| (02) 9616 8148
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 Fairfield Emergency Department at an exciting time of investment, innovation and growth. Build your emergency nursing career in a culturally diverse, busy hospital, supported by mandatory Safe Staffing Levels, newly established 24/7 nursing leadership and a clear pathway from emergency nursing fundamentals to advanced clinical and leadership practice. Be part of shaping our future as planning progresses for a new Emergency Department.
Why join Fairfield Emergency Department?
• Mandatory Safe Staffing Levels have been implemented, reflecting investment in safe nursing care and workforce support.
• A newly introduced 24/7 nursing leadership model provides accessible shift leadership, coaching and a pathway towards future leadership roles.
• Experience a broad range of emergency presentations across acute care, resuscitation, fast track, front of house and ED short stay.
• Join a culturally diverse community and collaborative multidisciplinary team.•Help shape the future of emergency care as planning progresses for a new Emergency Department redevelopment.
Are You the Right Fit?
We welcome motivated Registered Nurses who are curious, compassionate, adaptable and committed to developing their emergency nursing skills. Whether you bring relevant acute care experience or established emergency expertise, we value your experience and will support your development.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA), consistent with the approved position description.
• Commitment to safe, compassionate, culturally responsive and evidence-informed patient care.
• Sound communication, teamwork, prioritisation and clinical escalation skills.
• Willingness to work within a 24/7 roster and participate in ongoing emergency nursing development.
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).
- Describe how you recognise and respond to clinical deterioration in a busy acute or emergency care setting, including communication and escalation.
Describe how you work with patients, families and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver safe, culturally responsive care and support ongoing learning.
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against 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. 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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