Lakeview Private Hospital (LPH) is an established multidisciplinary private hospital located at Bella Vista, Sydney. LPH seeks to employ staff members with a passion for healthcare and a deep commitment to the philosophy of Patients First. With views overlooking Norwest Lake, LPH offers a tranquil atmosphere with large operating theatres and outstanding rehabilitation facilities.

An opportunity exists for a highly motivated and experienced CNS Orthopaedics Scrub/Scout to work on a permanent full time basis in our Theatres department. Part time will also be considered.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist will apply a high level of clinical nursing knowledge, experience and skills to provide complex nursing care in Lakeview’s Theatre unit. The main responsibilities of the role will include:

Research, analysis, policy development and implementation.

Development of formal education programs and competencies and delivery of programs to staff.

Support to VMO’s and team within a particular specialty area.

Development of a specialty area, trialling of new equipment and costing of cases.

Contribute to maintenance of standards of the nursing care of a specific group of patients within a practice setting.

Manage a minimum of two (2) Quality Improvement Projects per annum relevant to their specialized area of expertise.

Administrative functions to support the unit manager.

Act in the role of the unit manager as required.

To be considered for this role you will need to meet the following criteria:

Understanding of scope of practice in line with relevant registration

At least 12 months experience working in the relevant clinical area of their post-registration qualification; or five years post- registration experience, including three years’ experience in the relevant specialist field.

Ability to assess, plan, coordinate and evaluate care delivery needs of patient

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Proven ability to work effectively in team environment & independently as required

Excellent time management skills and strong organisational skills

High attention to detail

Commitment to quality, best practice and environmental safety

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required

Benefits:

Free onsite parking – estimated after tax value of $2,500

Access to Fitness Passport, offering discounted gym membership fees

Access to our PayLab staff benefit scheme, providing discounted products at over 120 retail stores

Conveniently located, a 5-minute walk from Norwest Metro station for those using public transport

Salary packaging available for leased vehicles and work devices

Appropriate criminal record and child protection checks are required for all successful candidates. Employment with Lakeview Private Hospital is subject to your compliance with the Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases – NSW Health Policy Directive PD2022_030. In summary this means you will need to demonstrate immunity against TB, Measles, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Hepatitis B, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus and the Mumps. Employees will only be offered employment if they meet our immunisation requirements.

Only applicants with permanent residency or visas 189, 186, 190, 892, or 893 will be considered for this position. We do not accept applicants without this status.