Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 2
Remuneration: $68.50 - $69.87 per hour plus superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ653205
Location: Waterfall, Sydney
Applications Close: 10 May 2026
Where you'll be working
Garrawarra Centre is a NSW Health Residential Aged Care Facility that specialises in providing person centred care to people living with Advanced Dementia, who experience behavioural and psychological symptoms. Our 104 bed facility is an approved Commonwealth Residential Aged Care and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider.
Comprising of four individual cottages, accommodating up to 26 residents in each, the cottages incorporate several comfortable living areas, indoor activity spaces, sensory rooms, lounges and dining rooms, secure side courtyards and a secure main central garden that lies between the 'arms' of the cottage.
Our residents are supported by multidisciplinary Medical, Nursing and Allied Health staff, as well as a broad Corporate and Hotel services team.
Garrawarra Centre is located just south of Waterfall on the outskirts of the Royal National Park, near the Garrawarra State Conservation Area, which provides beautiful natural surroundings for residents, families/carers and staff to enjoy. Due to the location, the facility is not accessible by public transport, however free on-site parking is available.
An Aged Care Check and NDIS Worker Check is a mandatory requirement for this position.
What you'll be doing
The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is 'exceptional people, 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.
To ensure efficient and effective after hours management of Garrawarra Centre, including but not limited to nurse staffing levels and issues, incident and emergency management. To ensure after hours services are run with minimal disruptions. Ability to respond in emergency situation. Ability to work outside business hours.
For role related queries or questions contact Kiran Pandit on
Selection Criteria:
1. Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
2. Relevant post registration experience including recent experience in nursing management
3. Effective written and verbal communication skills
4. Effective interpersonal skills
5. Ability to work autonomously and within a team
6. Knowledge of Quality Improvements processes
7. Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and Garrawarra Expected Standards
2) 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 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 () and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website