Pre-Admission Registered Nurse – Multiple Sites (FT & PT Roles Available)
Direct Endoscopy – Frankston, Bayswater, Hampton & Rosebud

We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Pre-Admission Nurse to join the perioperative team at Direct Endoscopy, undertaking preoperative assessments for patients scheduled for day surgery.

We are currently seeking:

Full-Time RN based at Bayswater

Part-Time RNs based at Hampton and Rosebud

A travel allowance may be applicable when supporting multiple sites.

About the Role
The RN liaises with VMOs, anaesthetists, GPs, patients, and families via email, phone, or direct contact to collect patient histories and provide education, support, and guidance for pre- and post-operative care.

Key Responsibilities

Practice appropriate telephone and patient triage

Perform preadmission patient screening via phone/email

Communicate clinical information to relevant team members

Ensure pre-op requirements are met using the nursing process

Educate patients in line with organisational protocols

Assess health history, plan, implement, and evaluate care

Promote safety by addressing physical and psychological needs

Respond to email/phone inquiries from patients

Conduct outbound follow-up calls as needed

Escalate concerns or special requirements to anaesthetists or clinical staff

Key Selection Criteria

Mandatory Qualifications:

Registered with AHPRA

Bachelor of Nursing

Essential:

Annual BLS competency

Valid National Police Check

Desirable:

Experience in an administrative nursing role

Experience in Day Surgery nursing

Acute care, surgical, and day hospital experience demonstrating clinical competence in nursing practice

Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Detail orientation with exceptional organisational and time management skills

Excellent computer literacy including proficiency with electronic medical records

Professional self-awareness and maintains accountability

Knowledge and experience of the Healthcare Standards Accreditation process

Sound computer literacy in desktop applications and patient management systems