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Surgical Registered Nurse - RNHealthX • Wagga Wagga, NSW, AU
Surgical Registered Nurse - RN

Surgical Registered Nurse - RN

HealthX • Wagga Wagga, NSW, AU
6 days ago
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Job Description

Surgical Registered Nurse Jobs – Multiple Locations | Murrumbidgee LHD (Travel Nurse Contracts)

Up to $68.49/hr + super + penalties + $1600 completion bonus | Travel nursing contracts NSW | Free accommodation, travel & daily living allowance

Join HealthX as an experienced Surgical Registered Nurse and secure high-paying travel nurse contracts in the Murrumbidgee region. These short-term regional NSW nursing contracts offer excellent hourly rates, fully covered travel and accommodation, and daily reimbursements — ideal for RNs seeking surgical ward travel nursing roles across Murrumbidgee LHD facilities.

Why you’ll love this opportunity

  • Up to $68.49 per hour + super + shift penalties
  • $1600 HealthX contract completion bonus
  • Travel, accommodation, and meal reimbursement provided
  • 6-12-week Surgical RN contracts in NSW – extensions available
  • Work across multiple Murrumbidgee LHD hospitals
  • Perfect for nurses seeking regional, rural, or travel nursing experience

About the Role

As a Travel Surgical Registered Nurse, you will deliver high-quality perioperative and post-operative nursing care across regional NSW hospitals. You’ll support patients throughout the surgical journey, manage post-op recovery, and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams in surgical and mixed medical-surgical wards.

Key responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative nursing care
  • Monitor and manage post-surgical patients, including pain management
  • Perform wound care, drains, and post-operative assessments
  • Administer medications, IV therapy, and blood products
  • Recognise and escalate deteriorating patients using clinical pathways
  • Maintain accurate documentation in line with NSW Health policies

Locations – Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD)

Base & Major Hospitals:

  • Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
  • Griffith Base Hospital
  • Young Health Service
  • Narrandera Health Service
  • Temora Health Service
  • Leeton Health Service
  • Deniliquin Health Service

District Health Services:

  • Cootamundra Health Service
  • Junee Health Service
  • Tumut Health Service
  • Tocumwal Multipurpose Service

Multipurpose & Community Health Services:

  • Batlow‑Adelong Multipurpose Service
  • Berrigan Multipurpose Service
  • Boorowa Multipurpose Service
  • Coolamon‑Ganmain Multipurpose Service
  • Culcairn Multipurpose Service
  • Gundagai Multipurpose Service
  • Hay Multipurpose Service
  • Henty Multipurpose Service
  • Hillston Multipurpose Service
  • Lockhart Multipurpose Service
  • Moulamein Community Health Centre
  • Murrumburrah‑Harden Health Service

What you’ll need

  • Current AHPRA Registration (Registered Nurse – Division 1)
  • Minimum 1 year recent Surgical or Medical-Surgical nursing experience
  • Strong post-operative assessment and clinical decision-making skills
  • Current working rights in Australia (urgent, non-sponsorship role)

About HealthX

HealthX is a trusted Australian healthcare employer specialising in regional, rural, and travel nursing contracts. We directly employ our nurses and partner with NSW Health Local Health Districts nationwide.

Our nurses are supported by dedicated consultants, consistent contracts, and opportunities to grow their careers while making a real impact in regional communities.

Why choose travel nursing in Murrumbidgee LHD

  • Enhanced surgical exposure and hands-on experience
  • Broader scope of practice in regional surgical units
  • Professional development and leadership opportunities
  • Experience iconic regional NSW towns while advancing your surgical nursing career
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