Registered Nurse - Paediatric Unit

Make a meaningful difference in children's health and wellbeingJoin a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary teamGrow your paediatric nursing career in a dynamic hospital setting

Deliver exceptional paediatric care, advocate for children and families, and build positive health outcomes in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $81,748.17 - $114,771.98 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)

Location: Auburn District Hospital

Where you'll be working

Auburn District Hospital is a valued community hospital providing high-quality healthcare services to a culturally diverse population. Our Paediatric Unit is committed to delivering safe, compassionate and family-centred care while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment for staff to thrive and grow.

Working alongside experienced clinicians and multidisciplinary teams, you'll have the opportunity to develop your paediatric nursing expertise while making a genuine impact on the lives of children and their families.

Be part of a dedicated team passionate about delivering outstanding paediatric care Work in a supportive and inclusive culture that values teamwork and professional growth Care for a diverse patient population within a vibrant local community Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to achieve the best patient outcomes Access ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your career progression

What You'll Be Doing

As a Registered Nurse in the Paediatric Unit, you will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to infants, children and adolescents, ensuring positive experiences and outcomes for patients and their families.

Deliver person-centred, family-focused nursing care that meets the individual needs of paediatric patients Assess, monitor and respond to changing patient conditions in a busy clinical environment Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to support treatment, discharge planning and continuity of care Supervise, mentor and support enrolled nurses, assistants in nursing and students during clinical placement Advocate for children and families while promoting safe, efficient and culturally respectful healthcare delivery

How To Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria

Registration: Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Selection Criteria

Demonstrated experience in Paediatric Nursing and evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintain competence and enhancement of skills. Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based best practice and its contribution to changing practice and policies within the organisation. Demonstrated ability to ensure patients, carers, and families are well informed, engaged and confident about their care and treatment, within the scope of a Registered Nurse. Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated critical thinking abilities, prioritisation and communication skills, whilst effectively following directions.

Requisition ID: REQ686475

Applications Close: 27th August 2026

Need more information?

Find out more about applying for this position. Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria. Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications. For inquiries about the role, contact Keti Ristevska on Keti.Ristevska@health.nsw.gov.au

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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