Our Day Surgery Unit provides care for all surgical patients within the facility, creating a professional, positive, and comfortable environment for both staff and patients.
We are seeking an experienced and confident Clinical Nurse to join our busy Day Surgery/DOSA unit. This is an excellent part-time opportunity (up to 64hrs per fortnight), to advance your career with Ramsay Health Care, a global leader known for exceptional patient outcomes and a supportive team environment.
About the Role
As a Clinical Nurse, you will hold a key leadership role within the unit, guiding and supporting nursing staff while ensuring the delivery of protected, evidence-based, and patient-centered care. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contribute to service improvement initiatives, and act as a clinical resource to support the ongoing growth and performance of the ward.
You will also assist the Nurse Unit Manager in running the Day Surgery/DOSA unit and help develop the leadership group within the team.
What You Will Be Doing
- Provide expert clinical care to patients within the Day Surgery/DOSA unit.
- Mentor, support, and supervise junior nursing staff and students.
- Actively lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives aligned with strategic goals.
- Ensure compliance with best practices in infection control, patient safety, and clinical governance.
- Liaise and collaborate effectively with Visiting Medical Officers and allied health professionals.
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to operational planning and scheduling.
- Act as a role model, promoting a culture of excellence, empathy, and accountability.
Skills and Experience
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a perioperative or surgical ward setting.
- Strong clinical decision-making, mentoring, and leadership abilities.
- Experience coordinating clinical teams and managing workflow.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of accreditation standards, clinical indicators, and quality improvement practices.
- Competent with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records systems.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a Clinical Nurse or equivalent leadership role.
- Certificate or postgraduate qualification in acute care or clinical leadership.
- Completion of a Preceptorship Program.
- Experience supporting new graduates or student nurses.
What’s in it for you?
- Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
- Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
- Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support.
- Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.
About Us
St Andrew’s Ipswich Private Hospital is a fully accredited advanced surgical, medical and obstetric hospital and is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.
HOW TO APPLY
All applications must be lodged online.
For enquiries, please contact Peter Murphy via email: MurphyP@ramsayhealth.com.au
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com
📌 Clinical Nurse - Day Surgery
🏢 St Andrew's Ipswich Private Hospital Ramsay Health
📍 Ipswich