Nursing and Midwifery Careers
Sydney Local Health District is proud to employ nurses and midwives who are experienced, dedicated and professional.
As an employer we offer:
- Transition to Practice Programs
- A diverse range of clinical specialties and career opportunities
- Professional support
- Education and development – including governance, engagement, innovation, clinical skills, management, leadership, education, research and technical skills
- A range of experience in community-based services and teaching hospitals in a metropolitan setting
- Flexible working hours
Our Recruitment Programs
Are you looking for a fast paced, highly specialised, supportive and evidence-based Transition to Professional Practice program?
Our experienced team will help you build on the foundations of your university studies to support your transition from a new graduate to a confident Registered Nurse or Midwife with exciting career opportunities.
Our programs provide opportunities to work across a range of clinical specialties to develop and consolidate your skills, knowledge and practice. They are designed to:
- Provide a structured and coordinated approach to clinical practice development
- Promote workplace learning in a conducive climate
- Enhance collaboration and communication
MidStart Program
2024 postgraduate midwifery student position recruitment
Applications for MidStart recruitment open 9am Tuesday 23 May 2023 and close 11.59pm Monday 5 June 2023.
The 2024 MidStart Handbook has everything you need to know about MidStart.
Apply now
Choosing your location
To apply for Sydney Local Health District's 2024 MidStart Program choose Sydney Local Health District as your first preference in your application.
View our 2024 MidStart Midwifery ProgramsDownload PDF
Sydney Local Health District interviews
On Monday 19 June 2023 applicants will receive an email with interview details and a survey to complete. In this survey you will be asked:
- Where would you like to work?
- What university would you like to attend?
Interviews will be held on Friday 7 July 2023 at Sydney Education, Rozelle.
GradStart Program
GradStart Open Day
The Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services invites you to join us at our 2024 GradStart Open Day. Find out more about working in Sydney Local Health District.
11am-3pm, Tuesday 13 June 2023
Sydney Olympic Park
Register today!
2024 graduate nursing and midwifery recruitment
Applications for GradStart recruitment open 9am Tuesday 20 June and close 11.59pm Monday 3 July 2023.
The 2024 GradStart Handbook has everything you need to know about GradStart.
Start your future career in Nursing or Midwifery.
Our experienced team will support you to build on the foundations of your university studies to a nursing or midwifery career filled with possibilities.
Sydney Local Health District offers a range of career pathways to enhance your professional development. These opportunities begin in your graduate year and extend beyond this with university partnerships and specialised training programs in the speciality of your choice. GradStart is just the beginning.
Staff who support the GradStart and MidStart Programs in Sydney Local Health District are:
- Nursing and Midwifery Unit Managers
- Graduate Coordinators
- Clinical Nurse and Midwife Educators
- Directors of Nursing and Midwifery Services
- Sydney Education
- Sydney Local Health District's Nursing and Midwifery Executive
View our 2024 GradStart Nursing ProgramsDownload PDF
Choosing your location
To apply for Sydney Local Health District's GradStart programs and streams, choose one of the following options as your first preference in your application:
- Nursing – Sydney Local Health District; or
- Nursing – Sydney Local Health District - Mental Health Services; or
- Midwifery – Sydney Local Health District
Sydney Local Health District interviews
On Thursday 27 July 2023 applicants will receive an email with interview details and a survey to complete. In this survey you will be asked:
- Where would you like to work?
- What is your program and stream preference?
- What are your clinical preferences?
- Would you like to work part-time (32 hours per week) or full-time (38 hours per week)
- When will you be ready to start work?
Interviews will be held from Monday 7 August 2023 at Sydney Olympic Park.
Enrolled Nurse Transition Program
Sydney Local Health District intake period
Intake for our Enrolled Nurse Transition Program is available in June, August and November.
Sydney Local Health District Enrolled Nurse Transition program is a 12-month program designed to support the transitional phase of your Enrolled Nursing career.
We offer clinical support and access to a variety of learning opportunities.
Positions offered in this program are either full-time or part-time on a rotating roster. Facilities and Services involved in the program include Royal Prince Alfred Hospital; Canterbury Hospital; Concord Hospital; Balmain Hospital; and Mental Health Services.
The program will further develop your skills, knowledge and confidence through:
- A structured orientation program
- Two 6-month clinical rotations
- Supernumerary clinical days
- Four study days throughout the year
- Regular reflective practice sessions
- Regular in-service education
For more information about the Sydney Local Health District Enrolled Nurse Transition program contact our Enrolled Nurse Clinical Practice Development Coordinator on 0459 851 347 or email Alexis.Ferguson@health.nsw.gov.au