Perioperative Nursing Opportunity
This position is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative journey. As part of an inclusive and collaborative team, you will work closely with anaesthetists to deliver exceptional nursing care to patients undergoing general anaesthesia.
About the Role
Location: Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital – Perioperative Services
Employment Type: Part Time Temporary until December 2025 (with the possibility of ongoing employment)
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 20
Key Responsibilities
* Provide expert nursing care to patients during the perioperative experience, including assisting anaesthetists in caring for paediatric and adult patients undergoing sedation or general anaesthesia.
* Deliver postoperative care in the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Communicate effectively within the team to support high-quality patient care.
Requirements
* Registered Nurse – Division 1 with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
* Current clinical knowledge and clinical problem-solving ability.
* Commitment to excellence in nursing practice and continuing professional development.
* Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
* Understanding of the professional, ethical and legal requirements of the Registered Nurse.
Additional Information
* Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background is encouraged to apply.
* The organization is committed to diversity and an inclusive workplace free from aggression, harassment, discrimination and racism.