Registered Nurse - Anaesthetics and Recovery - Perm FT/PT

Remuneration: $41.22 to $57.88 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Bankstown Hospital Peri-operative services, Anaesthetics and Recovery

Applications close: 25/10/2026

Contact: Neema Rajak - Nursing Unit Manager - Anaesthetics & Recovery on [email protected] or call on (02) 9722 8430

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 Bankstown Hospital’s Perioperative Unit as a Registered Nurse in Anaesthetics and Recovery, delivering exceptional patient centred care in a fast-paced surgical environment while supporting safe, compassionate outcomes across the perioperative journey.

Provide high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing a diverse range of surgical procedures within the Anaesthetics and Recovery setting.

Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to clinical excellence, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement.

Deliver evidence based and culturally responsive care that supports positive patient experiences during vulnerable and critical stages of treatment.

Enjoy opportunities for ongoing professional development within a dynamic perioperative environment operating across a 7-day rotating roster.

Are You the Right Fit?

If you are a motivated and patient focused Registered Nurse with Anaesthetics and Recovery experience who thrives in a collaborative, fast paced environment, this is an excellent opportunity to further develop your perioperative career while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Bring a minimum of six months’ experience in Anaesthetics and Recovery, with the ability to deliver safe, high-quality perioperative care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Demonstrate sound clinical judgement, accountability in decision making, and strong communication skills while effectively managing competing priorities.

Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture through teaching, mentoring, and collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues.

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.

Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Please describe your experience and skills in anaesthetics and recovery. How do they align with the requirements of this role, and what unique value will you bring to our Recovery & Anaesthetics Team?

Can you discuss strategies you use to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively to ensure that patient care remains the primary focus amidst competing demands and priorities?

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Position Information

+ Applicants will be assessedagainst 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 [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.

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?

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

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.

* Temporary Positions

+ For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.