Join the Nursing Team at The Children’s Hospital Westmead – Permanent Registered Nurse Opportunities Available in various areas.
Are you looking for variety, flexibility, and the opportunity to grow your nursing career in a dynamic and rewarding paediatric environment?
The Children’s Hospital at Westmead (CHW) is seeking passionate and motivated Registered Nurses to join our nursing workforce across a range of specialty areas. With opportunities available across diverse wards and clinical environments, this is your chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a genuine difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. Whether you have paediatric experience or are looking to transition from an adult acute setting, we welcome nurses who are eager to learn, grow, and be supported in developing their paediatric nursing career.
At CHW, we recognise that finding the right clinical fit matters. While workforce needs will always guide placements, nurses will have the opportunity to nominate their preferred ward areas and specialty interests, helping us match you to an environment where you can thrive. Come and work in our brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital and be part of a supportive team committed to excellence in paediatric care. Whether you are an experienced paediatric nurse or an adult-trained nurse looking to transition into children’s health, we offer diverse experiences, strong clinical support, and opportunities to expand your skills across a broad range of specialties.
Why Join CHW?
- Opportunities across multiple inpatient and specialty areas
• Variety and flexibility in clinical experience • Supportive and inclusive team culture
- Ongoing education, professional development, and career progression opportunities
- Be part of one of Australia’s leading tertiary paediatric hospitals
New to Paediatrics? We’d Love to Hear from You!
We warmly welcome applications from nurses with adult nursing experience who are interested in building a career in children’s health. At CHW, we understand that transitioning to paediatrics can feel like a big step — that’s why we provide a 12-month Supported Transition to Paediatrics Program, delivered through our dedicated Education Centre.
This structured program is designed to support your success, helping you build confidence, capability, and paediatric-specific knowledge in a safe and supportive environment.
During your first year, you will receive tailored education, clinical support, and development opportunities to help you confidently transition your existing nursing expertise into paediatric practice.
We particularly welcome experience in:
- Critical Care Nursing
- Medical Nursing
- Surgical Nursing
- Neurology Nursing
- Emergency Nursing
- Acute Care Nursing
If you are unsure about this next step please reach out to the Nursing Manager for Workforce Pamela Bold on
[email protected], we would love this opportunity to chat with you.
The Registered Nurse provides safe, compassionate, person-centred care to patients and families of Sydney Children's Hospital Network.
The Registered Nurse acts as a role model by demonstrating behaviour and interacting with patients, their families and employees in a way that promotes a culture and standards that reflect the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness , Respect and Empowerment.
