Perioperative Registered Nurse

Do you want to work close to home at a values-based, public health service? Then we have a career opportunity for you!

• Choice of location: Angliss, Box Hill, Blackburn, Maroondah & Yarra Ranges Hospitals
• Anaesthetics/PACU and Scrub/Scout roles
• Permanent full- and part-time positions available
• Grow your career in public health
• $71K - $96K per annum dependent on experience (part-time pro-rata)

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We are a values-based organisation committed to research and teaching, and have strong affiliations with Australia’s top universities. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

We seek motivated, dedicated and patient oriented Anaesthetic/PACU and Scrub/Scout registered nurses who are keen to share their knowledge and experience, and develop their career further whilst being part of a supportive perioperative team.  We have ongoing opportunities for Perioperative Registered Nurses at the following hospitals:

• Angliss Hospital
• Box Hill Hospital
• Blackburn Public Surgical Centre
• Maroondah Hospital
• Yarra Ranges

About you 

You are dedicated, empathetic and adaptable. To be successful in this role you should possess:

 A minimum of 2 years’ perioperative experience in Anaesthetics/PACU or Scrub Scout  

• Current registration with AHPRA (essential)
• Some recent Australian perioperative nursing experience (preferred)
• Post graduate qualifications will be highly regarded
• An empathetic and personable demeanour
• Initiative, a willingness to learn and ask questions
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• The ability to work as part of a diverse team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.  This offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!

Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.

Eastern Health Values:  Patients First | Agility | Humility | Respect | Kindness | Excellence

**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date**