Enrolled Nurse - Gastroenterology and Orthopaedic - Trauma

Title: Enrolled Nurse - Gastroenterology & Orthopaedic/ Trauma 

Location: Sydney Australia

Work Type: Hybrid

Job ID:REQ634533 

Job Description:

Requisition ID: REQ634533

Employment Type: Permanent or Temporary Full Time / Part Time, up to 38 hours per week. Temporary positions available for Visa holders and contracts will be issued in line with visa conditions.

Remuneration: $33.78 - $37.83 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

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 Liverpool Hospital, a major NSW teaching hospital where you'll gain hands on experience in Orthopaedics/Trauma and Gastroenterology, exposing you to diverse, complex acute care presentations that strengthen your clinical confidence and capability.
• Grow your career in Orthopaedics/Trauma by supporting patients with fractures, multi trauma injuries and post operative recovery, developing advanced skills in pain management, mobility support and acute assessment.
• Build your expertise in Gastroenterology as you care for patients with acute and chronic GI conditions, learning specialised skills in endoscopy support, fluid and electrolyte management and complex symptom monitoring.
• Work in the specialty you love with the opportunity to tailor your placement to your interests whether it's trauma care, surgical recovery or managing complex gastrointestinal conditions.
• Access ongoing education and mentorship supported by experienced clinicians who are committed to helping you progress, upskill and achieve your long term professional goals.

Are You the Right Fit?

• A strong interest in acute surgical and medical nursing motivates you to deliver safe, high quality care to patients recovering from orthopaedic trauma or managing complex gastrointestinal conditions.
• Confidence in clinical assessment and monitoring enables you to recognise changes in patient condition and contribute meaningfully to multidisciplinary care.
• A commitment to teamwork and collaboration helps you work effectively with nurses, allied health, medical staff and support teams in fast paced, high acuity environments.
• A patient centred approach ensures you provide compassionate care that supports mobility, recovery, symptom management and overall wellbeing.
• A willingness to learn and grow drives your engagement with ongoing education, mentorship and skill development across both specialties.
• Strong communication and organisational skills support safe handover, accurate documentation and effective coordination of patient care.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset helps you thrive in dynamic clinical settings where no two days look the same.

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.

• What skills, strengths and experiences would you bring to your chosen speciality, and how would they help you deliver compassionate, patient centred care in a fast paced setting?

• Can you describe a time when you worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support a patient's recovery whether in trauma, surgical care or managing complex gastrointestinal needs and what you learned from the experience?

• Tell us about a learning experience that helped you understand the importance of teamwork in supporting a patient's recovery, and explain what you took away from that experience.

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• Position Information

• Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

• 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 SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au

• 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.

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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

• Temporary visa holders

• May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.

• 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.