Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

Join NSW's largest private hospital and become part of one of Australia's most technologically advanced Intensive Care Units, caring for complex and critically ill patients while learning from some of the country's leading critical care clinicians.

Taking care of people is our reason for being
At Sydney Adventist Hospital (SAH), fondly known as the San, caring for people is at the core of who we are. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here. When you join our team, you’ll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.   

Some of the exceptional benefits we offer include 

• As a not-for-profit, we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay, which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket.
• Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
• Great on campus amenities including cafés, gift shop, florist and even a hairdresser
• Plus, so many more. 

What you will be doing in this role 
As a permanent Registered Nurse within our 30-bed, state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit, you will provide advanced acute nursing care to patients with complex and critical needs. ICU is a highly specialised environment, and you will work collaboratively within a close‑knit, multidisciplinary team of experienced and dedicated professionals to ensure exceptional patient outcomes.

This is a fast‑paced and dynamic unit, managing a diverse and complex caseload while supporting a busy Emergency Department, 20 Operating Theatres, and both medical and surgical wards.

You will be supported and encouraged by our Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) and Clinical Nurse Educators (CNE) to further develop your clinical expertise, advance your skills and continue your professional learning.

Who we’re looking for

• Must have current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years post registration experience with critical care setting
• Postgraduate qualifications or current enrolment in Critical Care or Intensive Care Nursing
• Sound clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with the ability to respond effectively in rapidly changing situations
• Must be available to work a rotating roster, including AM, PM, and night shifts, to meet the operational requirements of the unit
• Exceptional communicator (both verbally and written) with demonstrated experience in professionally communicating with patients, their families and colleagues
• Full Australian working rights - we do not offer sponsorship 

Why you’ll love this role
You’ll join a dynamic ICU team that thrives on complexity, collaboration, and compassion caring for a diverse mix of general, cardiothoracic, and neuro patients who truly need your expertise. Every shift brings new challenges and new opportunities to make a profound difference.

Access to ongoing education, mentorship, and quality improvement projects, you’ll be empowered to grow your critical care skills, advance your career, and shape the future of patient care. This is a place where you’re encouraged, valued, and inspired - where your work matters and your impact is felt every single day.

Join us and make a real impact as ‘every heartbeat counts’.

About Us
Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery, Hornsby, and the Sydney Adventist Hospital (fondly known as the San). The San is NSW’s largest private hospital.  Founded in 1903, we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400+ staff members and the community we serve.

What to expect
Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.  

How to apply  
If you see yourself in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the ‘Apply’ button and we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.  

If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Partner, Charlotte Canham on careers@sah.org.au. Please note that no applications via email will be accepted.

This role is only available to candidates with eligible work rights in Australia. Sponsorship is not available for this position. 

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