Enrolled Nurse - Hand Clinic / Chronic Care Asthma / Day Only - Perm/Temp FT/PT
Requisition ID: REQ667767
Employment Type: Permanent / Temporary - Part Time / Full Time working 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $36.72 - $39.91 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Fairfield Hospital
Applications close: 21/06/2026
Contact: Winona Ranyard - Nurse Unit Manager Ambulatory Care / Outpatients /Hand Clinic | (02) 9616 8829 | [email protected] |
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
Make a meaningful impact in your community by joining our dedicated team at the South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) Rotating between the areas of Hand Clinic, Chronic Care Asthma and Day Only. Learn the role of the Outpatients areas at Fairfield Hospital.
- Work within a fastpaced, highvolume hand injury clinic that provides specialist care across the Local Health District.
- Be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, collaborating closely with Nursing, Medical, Hand Therapy, and Administration staff.
- Support patients through their recovery journey, ensuring culturally safe, personcentred care.
- Build and strengthen your skills in handinjury care, with opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are looking for someone who brings:
- Strong cultural knowledge and connection to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
- A genuine passion for working with people
- The ability to work collaboratively while also advocating strongly for Aboriginal young people.
- This is a fastpaced, busy clinical environment with strong opportunities to learn new skills and grow professionally.
As the successful applicant, you will play a key role in:
- Providing culturally appropriate health education, advocacy, and support for Aboriginal young people
- Being an active member of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, working closely with Nursing, Medical, Hand Therapy, and Administration staff
- Developing and enhancing your clinical skills in handinjury care
- Maintaining a patientfocused approach in all aspects of care
- Working Monday to Friday within a supportive and structured clinical setting
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.
- This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with 'N/A'
- Current Enrolled Nurse (Division 2) registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with no notations related to administration of medication.
- Demonstrated recent experience as an Enrolled Nurse in an environment appropriate to the relevant speciality.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs
- Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise
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Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of evidenced based nursing care
If you'd like more details, we're here to help.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
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How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
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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 [email protected]
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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Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
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Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
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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.
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