Join today. Help shape tomorrow.
There has never been a better time to join Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital.
This unique opportunity allows you to be considered for multiple Registered Nurse vacancies through a single application, giving you the flexibility to explore opportunities across a range of specialties and clinical areas.
Serving as one of Australia's most culturally diverse communities, Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital offers a rewarding nursing experience where you can make a meaningful difference every day, work alongside supportive multidisciplinary teams and build a career with purpose.
As part of your application, you can nominate up to three preferred clinical areas.
Explore opportunities across:
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Aged Care Wards:
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2A - Aged Care Rehabilitation
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2B - Stroke Unit and Rehabilitation
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2C - Geriatric Medical
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2D - Older Persons Behavioural Unit
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Medical Wards:
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2J - Medical Assessment Unit (MAU)
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2G - Respiratory Nursing
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3F - General Medical and Surgical Short-Stay Unit
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3J - Cardiology/Coronary Care Unit
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Surgical Wards:
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3A - Upper GI General Surgery
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3B - Colorectal General Surgery
3C - Orthopaedics
Applicants may nominate up to three preferred clinical areas. Placement will be based on individual suitability, availability and service requirements.
Why Nurses Choose Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital
At Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, you'll find the support of a collaborative team, the opportunities of a major metropolitan health service, and the ability to make a genuine impact in the community you serve. When you join Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital, you can:
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Care for one of Australia's most culturally diverse communities and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families.
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Work alongside experienced, supportive and multidisciplinary teams committed to your success.
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Learn from dedicated Clinical Nurse Educators, experienced nursing leaders and specialty clinicians.
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Access ongoing education, training and career development opportunities through partnerships with UNSW, the University of Sydney and Western Sydney University.
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Build your career in a hospital that values collaboration, professional growth and excellence in patient care.
Be Part of What's Next
Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital is preparing for one of the most significant transformations in its history.
The NSW Government has committed $2 billion to deliver a new Bankstown Hospital, featuring expanded emergency services, intensive care, operating theatres, medical and surgical wards, women's and children's services, mental health services and outpatient facilities. The new hospital will be located close to public transport, including Bankstown Station, future Sydney Metro services and major bus connections.
For nurses, this is more than a new building.
It's an opportunity to establish yourself within a growing health service, develop your career alongside expanding clinical services and help shape the future of healthcare delivery in Southwestern Sydney. Those who join today will play an important role in the next chapter of Bankstown's healthcare story and be part of the team that helps bring the future hospital to life.
If you want to help shape the future of Bankstown Hospital, start now.
Your Impact Starts Here
If you're passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, families and carers, you'll thrive at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital. You are someone who:
Selection Criteria
We're interested in learning more about your experience, what motivates you as a nurse and the clinical areas that best align with your skills and career aspirations. Please respond to the following questions:
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Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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What interests you in the wards you have chosen. What skills and experience do you bring to the roles.
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Describe a time when you used clinical judgement and critical thinking to identify and respond to a patient's changing needs. What actions did you take and what was the outcome for the patient?
Provide an example of how you have worked collaboratively with patients, families/carers and the multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred care. What was your contribution and what did you achieve?
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
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
Vaccination Requirements
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.
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