Registered Nurse - Critical Care

Job Description

Location: Wagga Wagga, NSW

Position:  Critical Care Registered Nurse

Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time (48 hours per fortnight)

Classification: Registered Nurse Level 1, Year 3

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse (Critical Care) to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care to a defined patient group within the unit.

Reporting to the Nurse Unit/Clinical Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high standards of clinical practice while supporting and guiding junior Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, student nurses, AINs, and other Health Care Assistants.

This role requires strong clinical capability, leadership within the team environment, and a commitment to safe, patient-centred practice.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Professional Practice

• Deliver direct nursing care to a specific patient population within Critical Care

• Conduct comprehensive, patient-centred assessments and maintain continuity of care from admission through to discharge

• Develop, implement, evaluate, and adjust individualised care plans and clinical pathways

• Maintain and coordinate discharge planning

• Participate in team leader responsibilities as required

• Provide clinical oversight and support to Enrolled Nurses, AINs, and students

• Uphold infection prevention and control standards in accordance with organisational guidelines

• Maintain annual competencies and emergency procedure certifications

• Practice in accordance with relevant legislation, AHPRA standards, organisational policies, and industrial agreements

Documentation & Handover

• Ensure accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation

• Complete clinical pathway documentation and variance analysis

• Provide comprehensive handover across shifts

• Collaborate with Nurse Unit Manager, Nurse Educator, and Medical Officers regarding patient care adjustments

Communication & Teamwork

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve service excellence

• Act as a patient advocate, supporting informed decision-making

• Maintain professional conduct with patients, families, colleagues, and external stakeholders

• Resolve workplace matters professionally and in accordance with policy

• Provide support across wards when required based on service demand

Quality, Safety & Professional Development

• Participate in quality improvement and accreditation activities

• Comply with Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) requirements

• Complete mandatory training and achieve required annual education points

• Participate in performance management processes

• Contribute to teaching, mentoring, and preceptorship programs

• Demonstrate sound knowledge of legal and professional nursing responsibilities

Essential Selection Criteria

• Current registration with AHPRA

• Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent qualification)

• Previous ICU, CCU, and/or HDU experience

• Demonstrated competence as a clinical nurse

• Ability to work autonomously and effectively during high-demand periods

• Strong commitment to patient-centred care and professional standards

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualifications or specialty certification in Critical Care

• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated leadership capability within a clinical team

Benefits

• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits

• Discounted health insurance and gym memberships

• Paid parental leave

• Ongoing professional development and structured career pathways

• Supportive and inclusive team culture

• Flexible working arrangements

If you are a skilled Critical Care Registered Nurse seeking a rewarding permanent part-time opportunity in a well-supported clinical environment, we encourage you to apply.