Transition to Paediatric Nursing

Employment Type:  Various opportunities across Randwick and Westmead
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: 81748.17 - 114771.98 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ681855
Location: Westmead and Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 12 August 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Catherine Cruz on **************@health.nsw.gov.au
 

Make a Difference Where Little Lives Matter Most
 

Thinking about a career in paediatric nursing but don't have paediatric experience? We’ve got you covered

At Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN), we know that great paediatric nurses come from many different backgrounds. Whether you've worked in adult health, community care, rural settings, aged care, or another specialty, your skills and experience are valuable—and we can help you make the transition.  We offer a transition program that will help you build confidence as you make that bold move.

Our Transition to Paediatric Nursing (TPN) Program is a structured six-month professional development program designed to support nurses who are new to the paediatric healthcare environment. Through a combination of self-directed learning, dedicated study days, and guidance from experienced clinical educators, you'll build the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to provide safe, high-quality, family-centred care to children, young people and their families.

Why Choose SCHN?

• Join Australia's leading provider of specialist healthcare for children and young people.
• Receive comprehensive support as you transition into paediatric practice.
• Learn from experienced clinicians and educators who are passionate about developing the future paediatric nursing workforce.
• Build lifelong skills in a rewarding and highly specialised area of nursing.
• Be part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, and making a difference in the lives of children and families every day.

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:

1. Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Demonstrated excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
3. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
4. Current Acute Nursing experience in a hospital setting.
5. Effective time management skills.
6. Computer literacy.
7. Capacity to work a seven (7) day rotating roster including public holidays.
8. Please specify your preference to work at either Randwick or Westmead