Registered Nurse - Transitional Aged Care Program - Temp FT

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Requisition ID: REQ681302 Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week up until August 2027 Remuneration: $1566.70 - $2199.59 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Bankstown Community Health Centre Applications close: 09/08/26 Contact: Michelle Cheng - Team Leader, Bankstown Transitional Aged Care Program on 02 9722 7209 | Michelle.Cheng@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 South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a motivated registered nurse to join the community-based Bankstown Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) in a full-time temporary position. TACP is a specialised program focused on the reablement of older adults living in the community. It delivers short-term, goal-oriented care aimed at improving health outcomes and maximising quality of life for individuals transitioning back into the community following a hospital admission. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team and relevant stakeholders to provide holistic, person-centred care to TACP clients and their families. As part of this position, you will be responsible for conducting assessments in clients’ homes, contributing to goal setting, and implementing client-centred treatment. You will support discharge planning and participate in delivering evidence-based care while developing your clinical skills within a community setting. You will also contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives within the team. With support from senior clinicians, there will be opportunities to further develop your clinical reasoning, participate in service development activities, and engage in ongoing professional development, supervision, and clinical education. Are You the Right Fit? You may be the ideal candidate if you are enthusiastic, motivated, and passionate about working with older adults. This role suits someone who: * Has experience in aged care and/or rehabilitation * Is able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team * Communicates clearly and effectively with clients, families, and team members * Demonstrates problem-solving and clinical reasoning skills 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 relevant speciality. * Demonstrated ability to provide safe compassionate quality care that is culturally responsive. * Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team to identify and ensure responsiveness of care needs. * Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise. * Demonstrated evidence of the use of critical thinking as it relates to the delivery of evidenced based nursing care. * Demonstrated understanding and participation in risk management, work health and safety and quality improvement in the workplace. 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 SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au 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@health.nsw.gov.au. 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. Temporary Positions For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements. .