Anaesthetics/pacu nursing specialist year (geelong)

Temporary Part Time

68 hours

Req Id: 4027

Exciting chance for a 12‐month specialist year in Operating Services within the Anaesthetic and PACU nursing team. Expand your existing knowledge to become a proficient member of the Anaesthetic nursing team. Supported with clinical support, study days and access to the Operating Services Education mornings. This temporary part‐time position requires 68 hours each fortnight.

Operating Services at University Geelong Main Theatre offers a round‐the‐clock service with ten operating theatres. Beyond elective surgeries, the department handles semi‐urgent and emergency procedures across a range of specialties, including Cardiothoracic, ENT, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, Oral Faciomaxillary, Plastics, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Vascular and Robotic Surgery.

• Induct into the Anaesthetic and PACU nursing team as part of the 12‐month specialist year program, with structured rotations and study days.
• Serve as a perioperative nurse and assistant to the anesthetist, collaborating with the anaesthetic team to manage high‐acuity patients.
• Ensure patient safety from the perioperative area through to the Post‐Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU); monitor patients immediately after surgery and manage complications related to surgery or anesthesia.
• Apply core skills such as airway management, patient assessment and monitoring, pain and nausea management, and post‐operative care.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthetists, and other healthcare team members to ensure seamless care transitions and handover.

You will be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team that values high quality services, respectful relationships, and strong partnerships. Growth and development are supported through professional development opportunities.

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
• Vibrant staff wellbeing program and 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
• Wide range of professional development opportunities.
• Attractive salary packaging benefits, including living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.