Overview
Employment Type : Temporary Full Time/Temporary Part Time/Temporary Full Time (Up to 11/10/2026) - Job Share may be considered
Position Classification : Registered Nurse
Remuneration : $36.39- $51.09 ph; $72,152.53 - $101,299.48 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location : Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week : up to 38
Applications Close : 4 November 2025 – 11:59pm
Role
Registered Nurse – Surgical Ward
Bathurst Health Service
About the role
As a Surgical Unit RN, you will be part of a cohesive team where you will be able to care for patients pre and post-operatively from orthopaedics, major and minor general surgery, gynaecology, some urology and ENT servicing the Bathurst Regions and surrounds. Bathurst Hospital is located 3 hours west of Sydney over the Blue Mountains. It is a University City, has good transport services throughout the city, buses, trains and airplanes with regular connections to Sydney then interstate. Large sporting complexes, great restaurants, recreational activities and facilities. Surgical Ward is a busy 15 bed (with capacity to surge to 22 beds), range of surgery performed including general, orthopaedics, gynaecology, some ENT and urology, major referral hospital within 45 minutes of facility. The hospital has an ED, Level 4 ICU, Level 4 maternity services, paediatrics services, medical unit with telemetry and palliative care beds, Rehabilitation unit onsite, and TACP beds, large inpatient and outpatient Allied Health support and expanding Ambulatory Care and HITH services. Educational support is available to staff, enthusiastic and supportive team on the ward, looking for interested and keen staff member to join our team.
Access to online and face to face learning with the Australian College of Nursing.
* Help transform the way we care for our community
* Educational opportunities to advance your skills and knowledge
This is a key Surgical Ward supporting patients within the Bathurst Regions and surrounds. Multiple positions available.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role
* Click 'Apply'
* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries : Please contact Catherine Poschich on or at for more information.
Additional information for applicants
* All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
* This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
* Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
* Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
* Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
* To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
* For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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