Enrolled Nurse - Surgical Ward 1
Date: 12 Oct 2026
Location: Albury, Australia
Company: Albury Wodonga Health
About the Role
Closing Date: 03/11/2026
Join the largest regional health service between Sydney and Melbourne and grow your surgical nursing career with Albury Wodonga Health.
We are seeking Enrolled Nurses with a passion for excellent patient care to join our friendly, supportive, and dynamic team on Surgical Ward 1.
Surgical Ward 1 is a 23-bed unit providing high-quality pre- and post-operative care for both elective and emergency surgical and trauma patients. Our specialties include orthopaedics, plastics & general surgery. You will become an important part of a collaborative team that values professionalism, compassion, and continuous learning, while delivering exceptional care across a diverse and rewarding surgical patient population.
In this role, you will contribute to:
- Delivering safe, person‑centred nursing care under the direction and delegation of a Registered Nurse
- Pre‑ and post‑operative patient monitoring, observations, and routine clinical care
- Assisting with IV therapy under approved medication endorsement (if applicable)
- Supporting wound care practices, dressing changes, and patient comfort measures
- Conducting timely and accurate documentation
- Working within a multidisciplinary team to support each patient’s recovery and care plan
We are seeking Enrolled Nurses who bring enthusiasm, teamwork, and a commitment to high‑quality surgical care. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- A strong interest or experience in surgical nursing
- Sound clinical assessment and observation skills
- A collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Clear and compassionate communication with patients, families, and staff
- A commitment to professional growth and delivering person‑centred care
AWH supports ongoing professional development, with opportunities for further training and education relevant to your scope of practice.
This is a great opportunity to join a welcoming and skilled team dedicated to delivering excellent surgical care—and we would love to have you with us.
Employment Type: We have multiple Permanent & Fixed term roles available.
For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact: Sarah O’Grady – Sarah.Ogrady@awh.org.au
About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)
AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.
What awaits you at AWH?
We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.
Thinking about a tree-change?
AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.
We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.
To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government
Are you ready to become part of our team?
To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.
AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.
Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.
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