Job Title: Perioperative Clinical Nurse
About the Role
Mater Health Services is seeking an experienced Perioperative Clinical Nurse to join our team at Mater Hospital Townsville's Perioperative Department. The successful candidate will work within our scrub/scout team and be based at our Pimlico campus, predominantly working in our Cardiothoracic theatre.
The Perioperative Services department provides surgical services across 16 theatres, catering for adults and pediatrics with a variety of surgical specialties. Our state-of-the-art facilities include a catheterization laboratory and onsite day site surgery facilities, as well as robotic surgery capabilities using the da Vinci Surgical System.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Achieve optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
* Demonstrate advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and patient management
* Support the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing quality and risk management strategies, ensuring compliance with ACORN and NSQHS Standards
* Maintain current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth
About You
* AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (RN)
* Experience working with Cardiothoracic patients
* Minimum 3-5 years Scrub-Scout experience
* Strong knowledge of ACORN and NSQHS Standards
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Mater Health Services is a leader in healthcare, education, and research, employing exceptional people who share our values of excellence, compassion, and integrity. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion.