Registered Nurse - Perioperative
Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
Posted 3 days ago
Are you a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse seeking to take the next step in your perioperative career within a dynamic, supportive, and highly rewarding environment? We are currently inviting passionate professionals to join our high-performing Operating Theatre team, where your clinical expertise and compassionate care will play a pivotal role in delivering outstanding surgical outcomes for our patients.
Contract: 1x Ongoing, Part-Time. 40.0 hours per fortnight
The position:
As valued a valued member of our multidisciplinary perioperative team, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of the perioperative patients in a competent and professional manner. This role will enable you to rapidly expand your nursing skills with exposure to a range of areas including PACU, Scrub/Scout and Anaesthetics. Your days will always be dynamic and engaging! Participation in an on-call roster is required to ensure continuity of service.
Join us and discover the difference you can make - in a team that supports you, values your expertise and encourages you to grow.
Why should you apply?
- Career Development: access tailored development opportunities including pathways to Clinical Nurse Specialist.
- Supportive Team Culture: Be part of a friendly, collaborative, and inclusive environment that truly values growth and contribution.
- Financial Benefits: Take advantage of extensive salary packaging options - including capped benefits up to $11,660 plus uncapped items to reduce your tax and boost your take-home pay.
- Incredible Location: Live and work where others holiday! With the Gippsland Lakes, surf beaches, wineries, and national parks at your doorstep, you'll discover a lifestyle many only dream of.
What you need:
- Current AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse
- Acute nursing experience and experience in Surgical or Perioperative nursing is required
- Demonstrated competence in acute and/or surgical nursing including understanding and experience in clinical handover, escalation of care and patient education
- A sound understanding of the functions and responsibilities of the perioperative nurse including care of the unconscious patient
Please see the relevant position description for all Key Selection Criteria.
The unit:
The Perioperative Suite at BRHS provides a full range of services for both local and visiting specialists. These include General surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Urology, Obstetrics, Ophthalmology, Vascular, Paediatrics, Dental and Gastroenterology.
Interested? For more information contact: Scott Joustra, Perioperative Nurse Unit Manager on 03 5150 3398
Applications close: Sunday 5th October 2025
Applications are to be submitted by selecting "Apply Now" and are to include:
- Cover letter
- Resume (including two recent referees)
- Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description)
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At BRHS we are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone - regardless of background, identity or ability - feels safe, valued and supported. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us.
About Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
BRHS is East Gippsland’s largest employer with a staff of 950 and a comprehensive range of medical, health and allied health services that supports a thriving community of about 50,000 people.
East Gippsland is one of regional Victoria’s fastest growing areas, with stunning scenery, affordable housing and great schools. It’s a terrific place to grow professionally and personally.
BRHS is the largest health provider in East Gippsland, but we offer a more personalised environment where you can provide greater continuity of care and make a real difference for our patients and consumers.
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