New opportunities await a qualified and experienced circulating/instrument Clinical Nurse with an orthopaedic and plastic surgery background to join a premier orthopaedic specialist facility in Adelaide. This is a permanent full-time opportunity, however 0.8 or 0.9 FTE may also be considered. This role operates on a Monday to Friday roster of morning and afternoon shifts, and participates in the on-call roster.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Your key responsibilities will include:
* Applying advanced clinical skills in orthopaedic and plastic surgery nursing with comprehensive knowledge of contemporary practice;
* Adapting effectively to changing clinical practices and care models;
* Communicating professionally with patients and multidisciplinary teams through excellent interpersonal skills;
* Demonstrating leadership by coaching staff to enhance learning and capability development;
* Utilizing hospital systems including PiMS and Microsoft Office proficiently;
* Maintaining strict compliance with legal and ethical perioperative standards;
* Implementing infection prevention and control principles consistently;
* Applying strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail;
* Exercising excellent clinical assessment abilities and critical thinking;
* Contributing to quality improvement through data analysis and service development;
* Fostering a safe, collaborative work environment centered on patient care;
* Upholding the highest ethical standards with complete confidentiality.
REQUIREMENTS
* Current nursing registration with AHPRA;
* Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC);
* Proven experience as a circulating/instrument nurse in orthopaedic & plastic surgery;
* Demonstrated advanced clinical skills in perioperative nursing;
* Sound knowledge of infection prevention/control protocols;
* Strong understanding of legal/ethical perioperative standards.
BENEFITS
* Comprehensive relocation assistance for interstate moves;
* Excellent work-life balance: Monday-Friday shifts, no nights/weekends;
* Flexible scheduling options to suit your life;
* Structured career development programs and training;
* Educational support for professional growth;
* Salary packaging (up to $18,550 tax-free);
* Health & wellbeing support: free counseling and physio;
* Free flu vaccinations.
REMUNERATION
$51.36-$54.20 per hour.
ABOUT THE FACILITY
This leading South Australian orthopaedic specialist centre features modern theatres dedicated exclusively to musculoskeletal care. With a reputation for surgical excellence and innovative techniques, the facility offers nurses unparalleled opportunities to develop orthopaedic expertise while working with highly skilled teams. The supportive environment emphasizes professional growth, work-life balance, and exceptional patient outcomes.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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