ACT Health
Registered Nurse Level 1 – Neonatal Foundations
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Employment Type
Full Time, Temporary 12 months with possibility of extension and/or permanency
Classification
Registered Nurse Level 1 (LP9153)
Salary
$82,993 – $108,780 Pro Rata (Plus 12.5% Super)
Location
North Canberra Hospital
Section
Special Care Nursery
Closing Date
24th July 2026
What can we offer you:
- City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra.
- Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
- Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
- Flexible working conditions.
To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services
About the Role
The Special Care Nursery (SCN) is a Level 3 neonatal unit supporting families across the ACT and surrounding NSW region. With 12 funded beds, the unit cares for approximately 550 neonatal admissions each year from around 1,700 births at North Canberra Hospital.
SCN provides individualised, family-centred care in a developmentally focused and technologically advanced environment. Working closely with babies and their families, our dedicated team is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes and supporting families every step of the way.
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Registered Nurses and Midwives new to neonatal care will undertake a supported 12-month Neonatal Foundation Program, including dedicated study days, supernumerary shifts and structured learning packages. On completion of the program, you will be equipped to care for both premature and term babies and support families through their neonatal journey and transition home.
For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.
Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
- Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
- Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
To Apply:
Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a maximum 2-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. This document is required and must be submitted to be considered for the role.
Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position
Canberra Health Services (CHS)
CHS is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community-based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.
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Our Vision
Creating exceptional health care together
Our Role
To be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values
Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind
CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.
If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Lauren Parker at Lauren.A.Parker@act.gov.au
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A merit pool may be created from this recruitment process and remain valid for 12 months. This pool may be used to fill both permanent and temporary positions across CHS.
This is a temporary position available for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
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