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Registered Nurse, Adult Recovery Unit


Company : NSW Government


Location : Coffs harbour, New south wales


Created : 2026-05-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time until January 2027Position Classification:Registered NurseRemuneration:$74,317.94 - $104,336.27 per annum, plus superannuationHours Per Week:38Requisition ID:REQ641435Applications close: Sunday, 8 March 2026Prince of Wales Hospital - Registered Nurse, Adult Recovery UnitAre you ready for a new experience?We are looking for passionate and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our Adult Recovery Unit at Prince of Wales Hospital.At Prince of Wales Hospital, we embrace the Person-Centred Practice Framework as the foundation of our care. This approach is embedded in our everyday practice, ensuring that each individuals care experience is at the heart of what we do.We are committed to supporting our staff and prioritising their wellbeing, creating a positive and collaborative work environment where you can thrive.Join us and be part of a team that values compassion, respect, and excellence in care.BenefitsA workplace culture with a foundation that promotes person centred care approaches and staff wellbeingOrientation and supported transition into your new roleTargeted clinical stream education programs affiliated with university partnersDevelopment pathways that are aimed at career progressionUp to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leaveSalary Packaging optionsthat reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated LeasingCorporate health and fitness program, discounted gym memberships with aFitness PassportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family membersDiscounted Private Health InsuranceEstablished partnerships with Universities that promote cutting edge research in well being, education and teaching.Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicableOpportunity to obtain Clinical Nurse Specialist status where relevantFor more information on careers and benefits of working for SESLHD,visit our page.Where you''ll be workingPrince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service is a Level 6 Tertiary Referral Hospital with an inpatient bed base of 370. Each year we care for more than 70,000 patients in our Emergency Department and have around 50,000 admissions to the inpatient units. POWH offers an outpatient service and rural outreach service and provides more than 900,000 occasions of non-admitted patient care each year, including innovative virtual models of care. We have transitioned the majority of inpatient units and wards to the Acute Services Building (ASB) including a state of the art Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit. POWH provides an exceptional staff experience and enhanced patient and family outcomes as a result of the provision of person-centred care.Randwick Local council is renowned for our world-class beaches and supported by cafes and restaurants to tickle your taste-buds, Randwicks fascinating coastline and atmosphere will have you in awe the minute you arrive. Offering a mix of historic buildings, impressive beaches and coastal walks coupled with boutique restaurants, transport links and a vibrant nightlife, youll never be short of things to do in this progressive community.What you''ll be doingThe vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is exceptional care, healthier lives. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.As a Registered Nurse within the Randwick Campus Operating Suite, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based nursing care across Prince of Wales Hospital (POWH) and Royal Hospital for Women (RHW).This is an opportunity to be part of a leading health district committed to clinical excellence, continuous improvement, and a supportive team environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.Selection criteria:Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia.Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to identify key messages, issues and concerns when communicating with others.Demonstrated ability to proactively engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery and to guide others in providing service excellence.Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and apply professional and ethical boundaries when dealing with complex situations.Strong computer skills and proven ability to use health information systems.Detailed knowledge and understanding of risk management, Work Health and Safety and quality principles and the role of the Registered Nurse in applying these principles.Recent postgraduate clinical experience in an anesthetic nursing within an acute hospital setting.Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Robyn Frazer on OurCOREValues are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.Reasonable AdjustmentsNSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please emailand let us know.Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.Information for applicants:An eligibility list may be created for future vacanciesEmployment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position descriptionRecommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseasesfor all positions prior to offerWe do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support()and for additional information please visit ourStepping Up Website