About the Opportunity
Are you an organized, patient-focused nurse looking to secure a permanent role within a premier surgical facility? A leading private hospital on the stunning South Newcastle coast is expanding its perioperative department and seeking an exceptional Registered Nurse to join their Pre and Post-Operative Care team.
This flagship facility is highly regarded for its advanced surgical specialtiesincluding cardiothoracic surgery, major orthopaedics, urology, oncology, and general surgery. The Pre and Post-Op unit (including Day Surgery admissions and discharges) is the vital anchor of the patients theatre journey. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing patients clinically and emotionally for theatre, and delivering high-quality, immediate post-operative care once they step down from PACU.
If you love the dynamic rhythm of perioperative nursing but prefer a role focused on admission, patient education, and safe discharge tracking rather than scrubbing or scouting, this permanent position is the perfect fit.
Your Clinical Impact
Pre-Operative Preparation: Conduct meticulous pre-admission workups, clinical checklists, and nursing assessments to ensure patients are safely prepared for theatre.
Post-Operative Recovery: Manage patients stepping down from acute recovery, monitoring vitals, managing surgical wounds, and administering targeted pain relief.
Discharge Mentorship: Provide clear, comprehensive post-operative education to patients and their support networks, ensuring a safe and smooth transition home.
Surgical Liaison: Collaborate seamlessly with surgeons, anaesthetists, ward staff, and the active theatre floor to maintain an efficient, safe patient flow.
What You Bring to the Unit
AHPRA Registration: Current, unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Perioperative Track Record: Minimum 1224 months of recent experience working within an acute hospital Day Surgery, Pre-Op, or Post-Op ward setting.
Sharp Clinical Eyesight: Strong skills in acute patient assessment, wound care, and early identification of post-operative complications. Exceptional Communication: A warm, reassuring bedside manner with the ability to put anxious patients at ease and coordinate busy admissions efficiently.
Why Join the Team?
Lake Mac Lifestyle: Enjoy a gorgeous coastal lifestyle right on the doorstep of Lake Macquarie and Newcastle's best beaches, offering a stress-free local commute.
Predictable Rostering: Benefit from structured, highly manageable shift patterns with no heavy night-duty requirements, supporting an excellent work-life balance.
Professional Growth: Access comprehensive ongoing education, regular in-services, and supported pathways into senior clinical or day unit leadership roles. Corporate Perks: Highly competitive salary packaging, robust shift allowances, and access to comprehensive corporate health and wellness discounts.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated nurse ready to deliver exceptional pre and post-op care within a premier Newcastle surgical team, please submit your CV or contact Tony Skvarc for a confidential discussion or call 0481 612 155.
