**Job Title:** Registered Nurse - Perioperative Services
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team in the Operating Suite/Day Surgery Unit at Calvary Mater Newcastle. As a key member of our team, you will provide excellent person-centred care to our surgical patients.
This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse with experience in Anaesthetics, Scrub Scout and/or Recovery to contribute to our team's success. You will possess the skills to provide comprehensive care to our patients and have a commitment to support colleagues and assist in maintaining a safe, effective and fulfilling work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments of patients.
* Continuously assesses/monitors patients' condition.
* Notifies the medical officer of changes as appropriate.
* Identifies and implements discharge-planning requirements.
* Able to plan appropriate care in consultation with patient and multidisciplinary team.
What We Are Looking For:
* Recent demonstrated experience in a perioperative role.
* Relevant post registration qualification (or equivalent experience).
* Demonstrated initiative and the desire to continually improve patient care.
* Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
* Registered Nurse authorised to practice by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Why Join Us?
Care from the heart is what sets us apart. As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that serves the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals. Our benefits include:
* Fitness Passport.
* Gender Neutral parental leave.
* Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %.
* Superannuation contributions at 12%.
* ADO's each month (for full-time employees).
* Novated leasing available for eligible employees.
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees).
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
How To Apply:
Please click 'Apply for Job' and follow the prompts. Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user), attach a current resume and provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria. Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.).