Registered Nurse - ICU - Temp FT/PT
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- Registered Nurse
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ649903 Requisition #
Requisition ID: REQ649903
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time working up to 38 hours per week, appointment up to 12 months
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 05/04/2026
Contact: Wenche Kverneland- Nurse Manager, Intensive Care Services | (02) 8738 3592 | Wenche.Kverneland@invalidemail.com
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’s Intensive Care Unit and be part of a high-performing team delivering exceptional care to some of the most critically unwell patients. Our ICU provides a dynamic and rewarding clinical environment, caring for patients with complex conditions such as major trauma, cardiac failure, and post-operative recovery.
You’ll have access to some of the best teaching and learning facilities in the country, supporting your ongoing professional development and career progression. Our ICU education teams work collaboratively across the district to uphold the highest standards of nursing care, supported by advanced medical technologies including the Electronic ICU medical record system (eRIC), ventilation, dialysis, and heart and lung bypass machines. You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful and life-changing experiences such as organ donation and retrieval, while making a real difference every day in critical care.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are looking for motivated and compassionate Registered Nurses who are passionate about critical care and committed to excellence. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, highly specialised environment and value working as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
At Liverpool Hospital, you’ll be supported with 24/7 access to management and dedicated ICU educators, ensuring guidance, mentorship, and professional support are always available. If you are driven to grow your skills, embrace advanced clinical practice, and deliver outstanding patient-centred care, this is an opportunity to build a fulfilling ICU nursing career in a supportive and enriching environment.
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.
1. Do you have current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Please attach a copy of your AHPRA registration in your application
2. Detail how your skills and professional background align with the requirements of the role, emphasising the value you intend to bring to the Intensive Care Unit
3. Can you describe a time when you had to manage a critically ill patient with complex needs in a high-pressure environment? What steps did you take to ensure safe and effective care, and how did you work with the multidisciplinary team?
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description
How to Apply
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@invalidemail.com
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.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@invalidemail.com. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
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.
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