Please note we are not able to sponsor Australia visas for overseas applicants.
Due to significant recent and planned expansions of surgical services, in addition to supporting Emergency Obstetric theatre cover 24/7, 365 day a year. We are seeking enthusiastic Registered Scrub/Scout Theatre Nurses with Anaesthetic and PACU experience with a minimum of twelve months experience to join our team to provide high quality operating theatre nursing care at Osborne Park Hospital (OPH), in a supportive and collaborative team environment.
This is a recruitment pool to fill our dedicated rotational shift team which includes Day, Afternoon and Night shifts for Permanent and Fixed Term positions. Minimum 60 hours per fortnight ( Three nights) Fixed Term appointments include the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
This Is An Extended Recruitment Pool, Which Means
The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications, and will assess on a regular basisSuitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occurAppointments may be made from this pool until 31 August 2026.
What is the Registered Nurse role in OPH theatres?
Our team of theatre nurses at OPH work within a multidisciplinary team of health professionals supporting a patient's journey. We are seeking Registered Scrub/Scout Theatre Nurses with Anaesthetic and PACU skills. Theatre Nurses without Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) and Anaesthetic experience will be provided upskilling as this a mandatory requirement of this role. Theatre Nurses possessing the required mandatory skills and experience will be accepted as preferred applicants. Applicants must have no APHRA restrictions.
In this team, you have the opportunity to rotate through each area, being supported in building knowledge and experience to develop your capability.
OPH provides lower acuity and same-day surgical services in specialties including ENT, General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics including arthroplasty, Plastics, Urology including robotics and Vascular, as well as Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Surgical and other facilities at OPH are undergoing significant expansion, including additional Birth Suites, Inpatient wards, Neonatal Unit, a High Dependency Unit and two additional theatres to be built. Learn more about working at OPH here: https://www.oph.health.wa.gov.au/About-Us
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Liz Fereday on 08 6457 8814 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.
What We Offer
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including:
Generous salary packaging to reduce taxable incomeFlexible leave arrangements Career development opportunitiesDiverse and inclusive culture
We are not able to sponsor Australia visas for overseas applicants, however we may be able to provide supporting documentation for successful overseas applicants, who are eligible for AHPRA registration, in their independent Australian visa applications.
Interested to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
To Be Successful In Your Application You Must Include
A cover letter (max 1 pages) outlining their suitability for this position. A curriculum vitae, summarising your employment history qualifications and skills in no more than 2 pages. A separate statement addressing each of the essential selection criteria as outlined in the JDF. When responding provide examples to the position, relating your skills and experience as a Theatre scrub/scout, Anaesthetic and PACU nurse as this will assist us in assessing your suitability. References - The names and contact details of two (2) referees. One must your current line manager, who can comment on the role and JDF.
Eligibility to apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
This vacancy may be subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au.
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WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you will be required to undertake a working with children check ( a requirement for this position ) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Liz Fereday on 08 6457 8814 or Elizabeth.Fereday@health.wa.gov.au.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.