About the job

Employment Type: Permanent/Temporary Full Time/Part Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: Up 38

Requisition ID: REQ657151

Location: The Sutherland Hospital, Caringbah

Applications Close: 10 May 2026

An exciting opportunity to join South Eastern Sydney Local Health District!

The 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.

Killara Rehabilitation is Rehabilitation ward which utilises a multi-disciplinary approach with the aim of assisting patients to regain their pre-morbid level of mobility, self-care and independence. We provide care to patients recovering from stroke, orthopaedic surgery, general deconditioning post-surgery or long illness and those with aging issues and concerns with managing at home. The patients have access to a large gymnasium for group sessions and their own personalised exercise regime. We also have 4 independent living units where patients can practice self-care activities in the bathroom and kitchen. Nursing and medical staff join with the allied health staff from physiotherapy, occupational therapy, psychology, social work, speech pathology and dieticians in order to ensure holistic care is provided to the patients.

Employment 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.

Please note we are not offering sponsorship for work rights for this position.

For role related queries or questions contact Michaela De Boer on Michaela.DeBoer@health.nsw.gov.au

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.

Basic computer skills and proven ability to use health information systems.

Detailed knowledge and understanding of risk management, safety and quality principles and the role of the Registered Nurse in applying these principles.

Demonstrated recent extensive post registration experience in an acute care setting.

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Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards

Find out more about applying for this position

Our CORE Values 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 characteristics 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 Adjustments

NSW 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 email SESLHD-Recruitment-TSH-Garrawarra@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information.

Information For Applicants

If you have relevant qualifications or experience, please include any supporting documents with your application.

An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies

Employment 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 description

Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer

SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural background, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website