Registered Nurse - Ambulance Response - Perm PT

Requisition ID: REQ691392

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time, 16 hours per week

Remuneration: Registered Nurse: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Fairfield Community Health Centre, Carramar

Applications close: 20/09/2026

Contact: Belinda Boylson on 0417 287 891| Belinda.Boylson@health.nsw.gov.au

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

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

COPILOT is a dynamic and exciting service that provides rapid access to multi-disciplinary geriatric assessment (medical, nursing, and allied health) for older people living in the community setting. Referral enables care to be implemented in the patient’s home environment, avoiding unnecessary transfer to hospital, and leading to improved patient outcomes.

The Ambulance Response Registered Nurse will provide a high quality clinical service to clients aged 16 years and over and their families/carers to optimise health outcomes and support clients keeping well in the community. The Ambulance Response RN will work alongside the COPILOT CNC’s to provide evidence-based care to clients residing in their own homes or nursing homes for acute care based in the community with the goal of avoiding unnecessary transfer to hospital.

Are You the Right Fit?

The right candidate will be confident in working independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team environment and have excellent clinical reasoning and decision making skills, along with excellent communication skills; and have experience across a wide range of settings and clinical areas but ideally will have experience in providing service in Aged Care and community-based settings.

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).Demonstrated recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an environment appropriate to the role, with a background in aged care and community health settings preferred.Highly developed interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic and fast-paced. environment, providing compassionate care that is culturally responsive as well as effectively communicating with health service providers and consumers using questioning, clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.Demonstrated ability to provide safe compassionate quality care that is culturally responsive.Demonstrated understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace.Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Position InformationApplicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.How to ApplyRead our application guide and tips for improving your application. Diversity, Culture & InclusionWe 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 SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.auWe 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 WorkforceFor Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

Financial Perks12% superannuationSalary packaging and novated leasing via Smart SalaryAnnual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)One extra day off each month for full-time employeesWork-Life BalanceFlexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)Paid maternity and parental leaveGenerous leave options like long service and carers leaveGrow Your CareerAccess to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.Health & WellbeingDiscounted gym membership through Fitness PassportFree 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 EmploymentSouth 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 PositionsFor fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.