Registered Nurse - PACU/Recovery

• Permanent full time:
• We care about YOU! Access counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance
• Enjoy benefits such as paid parental leave, study leave and the option to purchase additional annual leave.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for highly motivated and experienced Nurse to join our dynamic team.

The Recovery Registered Nurse (PACU RN) provides critical care to patients recovering from anesthesia following surgical or other invasive procedures. The PACU RN assesses patients’ post-operative status, manages pain, monitors vital signs, and ensures patient safety and comfort until discharge from the unit or transfer to a medical-surgical floor or DPU.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor patients' vital signs, consciousness levels, and surgical sites immediately following surgery or procedures.
• Provide airway management, oxygen therapy, and pain/nausea control as needed.
• Assess post-anesthesia recovery progress and respond to any changes in condition.
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and other healthcare team members to ensure quality post-operative care.
• Administer medications as ordered and document patient responses
• Ensure adherence to infection control and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using electronic health records

About You

Your Skills and Experience

• Relevant registration with AHPRA as Registered Nurse
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in an acute care hospital environment
• Minimum of 1 year experience within the Recovery or PACU
• Available to work across a 7 day rotating roster and take part in on call duties
• Any postgraduate qualifications will be highly regarded
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Remuneration: On offer is an hourly rate ranging from $36.13 - $ 49.96 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (VIC RN/Midwife gr1-gr8)

About Us

Shepparton Private Hospital provides an extensive range of inpatient and day patient services all located on site for the convenience of our patients. Equipped with advanced medical, surgical and diagnostic technology, the Hospital and our team of highly skilled practitioners are able to provide the very best of Medical, Surgical, Endoscopic, Oncology, Mental Health and Rehabilitation care

The hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, and a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• Depending on the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered. Sponsorship not being offered at this time.

Enquiries are welcome! Please contact Sonya Skinner, Nursing Unit Manager [email protected]

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com