This is a Assistant in Nursing General Surgery role with Northern Sydney Local Health District based in Sydney, NSW, AU Northern Sydney Local Health District Role Seniority - junior More about the Assistant in Nursing General Surgery role at Northern Sydney Local Health District Employment Type: Temporary Part Time Positions Available until 23 March 2027 (with possibility of ongoing employment) Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing Remuneration: $26.93 to $29.55 per hour Hours Per Week: up to 38 hours Requisition ID: REQ644545 Do you have an interest in Surgical Nursing? Ward 8D at Royal North Shore Hospital offers a unique opportunity to develop an expansive surgical skill set. 8D is a 30 bed Surgical ward catering for the following specialties: Head & Neck/ENT; Gynae Oncology; Endocrine Surgery – adrenalectomies, breast surgery, complicated thyroids; General Surgery – melanoma surgery; Upper Gastro Intestinal Surgery; Colorectal surgery; Plastics; Opthalmology and Dental. The unit boasts a supportive team, educational opportunities to develop an expansive knowledge base, and encouragement to pursue professional development opportunities. NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism. People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply. Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria Currently enrolled in second or third year of a Bachelor of Nursing or degree deemed appropriate; or current enrolment in Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) with evidence of completion of Block 1; or completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care). Demonstrated, effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a team. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Alice Walford on Alice.Guzewicz@health.nsw.gov.au This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. The team enriching health in millions of ways every day. Applications Close: 12 March 2026 Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Northern Sydney Local Health District team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Providing nursing assistance Participating in professional development Contributing to a supportive team environment Key Strengths ️ Effective communication skills Teamwork Surgical nursing interest A Final Note: This is a role with Northern Sydney Local Health District not with Hatch.
