Registered Nurse for Respiratory Close Observation Unit
Work in a high-acuity respiratory and close observation setting
Join a supportive multidisciplinary team at Westmead Hospital
Grow your career with mentoring, education and development
Deliver expert respiratory nursing care. Monitor, assess and manage acutely unwell patients while collaborating in a fast-paced RCOU environment.
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 leading tertiary referral centre known for excellence in patient care, teaching and research. The Respiratory Close Observation Unit (RCOU) provides high-quality, specialised care for patients requiring close monitoring and intervention. You'll be part of a dedicated, collaborative team committed to innovation, continuous improvement and compassionate care.
Work in a dynamic, high-acuity respiratory unit
Be supported by experienced clinicians and multidisciplinary teams
Access ongoing education, training and career development opportunities
Contribute to a culture focused on safety, respect and excellence
Experience a diverse and inclusive workplace environment
What you'll be doing
In this role, you will provide safe, evidence-based, person-centred nursing care to optimise patient outcomes within a complex clinical setting. You will work collaboratively with patients, families and the healthcare team to deliver responsive, high-quality care.
Deliver holistic, patient-centred care tailored to individual needs
Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition in a fast-paced unit
Coordinate care, including discharge planning and appropriate referrals
Supervise, mentor and support junior staff and students
Participate in quality improvement and clinical excellence initiatives
Ready to make a difference where it matters most? Apply now and join NSW Health in delivering exceptional care, healthier communities and rewarding careers.
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 and valid registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
Selection Criteria
Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Demonstrated extensive and recent critical nursing skills and experience, demonstrated resuscitation experience desired. Currently working in Critical Care Nursing or minimum 6 months recent critical experience.
Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work
Effective interpersonal skills showing initiative and leadership to junior members of the team
Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues
Capacity to work seven (7) day rotating roster including public holidays.
Demonstrated effective communication skills- written and verbal
Demonstrated evidence of being able to provide person centred care
Requisition ID: REQ660926
Applications Close: 1st July 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Tanya (Jin) Zhang 0437524899.
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.
