Registered Nurse - Non Emergency Service (NETS)

About this role

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 1 August 2027 Position Classification: Registered Nurse Remuneration: 79368.82 - 111427.34 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging) Hours Per Week: 20 Requisition ID: REQ673219 Location: Westmead Applications Close: Midnight on 12 August 2026 For role related queries or questions contact Lisa Sealey on lisa.sealey@health.nsw.gov.au At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives. As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care. What you'll be doing The Non-Emergency Transport Nurse (Registered Nurse) is responsible for safe inter-hospital transfer of newborns and infants from Neonatal Intensive Care Units or Special Care Nurseries in the Greater Sydney Metropolitan area to an appropriate hospital closer to the patient's home. In addition an inpatient within the scope of this service may require a specialist appointment at a tertiary neonatal facility and will be transported by the Non-Emergency Transport Nurse for the appointment and back to the patient’s local health care facility. The Non-Emergency Transport Nurse must deliver the highest quality care to the patient and their families. The care that is delivered should be individual and continually reviewed. The Non-Emergency Transport Nurse should be an active clinical resource person contributing towards continuing education for staff and self, as well as acting as an advocate for the patient and their families. Other key functions of this position include clinical coordination, scheduling, completion of organization specific mandatory and relevant training. The Non-Emergency Transport Nurse will be required to complete annual competencies relevant to the maintenance of this position as directed by the service. Role Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Recent experience in a Level 3 or 4 Special Care Nursery, neonatal and or paediatric intensive care or a retrieval service Demonstrated ability to clinically assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits Accrued days off (ADOs) Fitness passport Employee assistance program (EAP) How to Apply: Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including: * A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience * Responses to the questions below: Child Safe Standards: SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to 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. Additional Information: SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families. Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified. NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement. This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia. An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au For technical support please contact 1300 679 367 Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube