Registered Nurse - Neurosurgical / Trauma

Join a leading tertiary hospital and specialist trauma service

Deliver high-impact care in a fast-paced acute environment Permanent Full Time and Part Time opportunities available

Deliver exceptional neurosurgical and trauma nursing care while working alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team in one of NSW's largest and most respected health services.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.33 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Westmead Hospital

Where you'll be working

Westmead Hospital is a major tertiary referral and teaching hospital, renowned for delivering world-class healthcare, education and research. The Neurosurgical / Trauma Clinical Observation Unit (COU) provides specialised care to patients requiring close monitoring and expert nursing intervention following neurosurgical and traumatic injuries.

Working within a collaborative and supportive team environment, you'll have the opportunity to develop your clinical expertise while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.

• Join a highly regarded multidisciplinary neurosurgical and trauma team

• Work in a dynamic and clinically diverse acute care environment

• Access ongoing professional development and learning opportunities

• Be supported by experienced clinicians and nursing leaders

• Contribute to a culture focused on excellence, safety and patient-centred care

What you'll be doing

As a Registered Nurse within the Neurosurgical / Trauma COU, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care that supports positive patient outcomes. You will work collaboratively with patients, families and healthcare professionals to provide safe, evidence-based care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care tailored to individual patient needs

• Monitor patient conditions, respond to clinical changes and escalate concerns appropriately

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and discharge planning

• Provide supervision, mentoring and support to nursing staff and students

• Advocate for patients and families while promoting safe, efficient use of clinical resources

If you are a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who thrives in a challenging and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care.

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

1. Demonstrated extensive recent surgical nursing experience with commitment to quality improvement, practice development and evidence-based practice

2. Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to patient care

3. Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, delegate, and negotiate with others to deliver quality nursing care

4. Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology, written and verbal means, and sound interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate with a diverse range of people.

Requisition ID: REQ653306

Applications Close: 28th June 2026

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• 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 Cheryl Agapito on ***email_hidden***.

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/ .

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

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