Nurse Level 3 - Remuneration Package Range $126,687 – $135,240
(including salary $107,936 - $116,489)
Operating Theatre
Darwin
One Ongoing/Fixed vacancy for up to 18 months

Advanced perioperative skills in laser and radiology safety.

Eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Laser Safety Officer Certificate and beyond entry-to- practice certificate

Apply your advanced perioperative expertise in laser and radiology safety to patients at the Royal Darwin and Palmerston Hospitals (RDPH)

RDPH is the principle tertiary hospital within the region and provides a broad range of referral services in all specialist areas to Darwin, the Top End of the NT, Western Australia and South-East Asia. Royal Darwin Hospital (RDH) is recognised as Australia’s National Critical care and Trauma Response Centre, and Palmerston Regional Hospital (PRH) is a satellite campus providing elective surgical services

As a Clinical Nurse in the Operating Theatre, you will collaborate with the Nurse Unit Manager and Clinical Nurse Consultant in the Perioperative Unit to deliver high level clinical care and hold the laser, radiology and work health and safety portfolio requirements, this role will apply your well-developed knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, you will provide leadership and care coordination, work a flexible roster and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

To be successful, you will be an accomplished Nurse/Midwife with advanced perioperative skills, eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold a Graduate Diploma and/or beyond entry-to-practice certificate. A current Laser Officer Certificate and advanced clinical knowledge, skills and experience delivering laser, radiology safety and workforce health and safety requirements is essential.

Ongoing appointment is subject to possession of a Graduate Certificate beyond entry-to-practice in a relevant speciality.

If you reside outside the Northern Territory, this is a great time to consider relocating.

Experience the uniqueness of living and working in Darwin, enjoy an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes and tourist attractions of the region. Experience tropical sunsets, ocean views and sandy beaches, spectacular lightening displays, National Parks with ancient Aboriginal rock art. Darwin’s rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a great place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance may be available to the successful applicant.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Dorcas Shih on 08 8922 8992 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 46057
Closing date: 19/06/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

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