Registered Nurse – Perioperative (Anaesthetic/PACU) | Melbourne

Outstanding opportunities await an experienced Anaesthetic / PACU Registered Nurse to join the Perioperative Services team at a private hospital in Melbourne. This is a full-time position working across operating theatres and recovery areas, with shifts following a rotating roster. The role provides an excellent opportunity to utilise and further develop your perioperative and anaesthetic nursing experience within a supportive clinical environment.

As a Registered Nurse, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting anaesthetists during induction, maintenance and emergence from anaesthesia;
• Preparing and maintaining anaesthetic equipment, medications and monitoring devices;
• Monitoring patients and responding promptly to changes in clinical condition;
• Supporting safe and efficient theatre workflows;
• Maintaining accurate documentation and upholding patient safety standards;
• Providing post-anaesthetic care and recovery monitoring;
• Assessing and managing pain, airway, respiratory and cardiovascular status;
• Recognising and escalating clinical deterioration when required;
• Delivering patient-centred care that promotes comfort, dignity and safety;
• Coordinating smooth transfers to inpatient wards, day surgery or other clinical areas.

REQUIREMENTS

• Current registration with AHPRA;
• Demonstrated perioperative anaesthetic nursing experience, which could be combined with PACU or Scrub Scout;
• Knowledge of patient monitoring and post-operative care principles;
• Commitment to continuous professional development;
• Understanding of patient safety, infection prevention and quality standards;
• Anaesthesia experience is required;
• Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing, Anaesthetics or Critical Care (desirable);
• Experience caring for patients across a broad range of surgical specialties;
• Advanced Life Support certification (desirable);
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills;
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities;
• A commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care;
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail;
• Familiarity with ACORN Standards and contemporary perioperative practice.

BENEFITS

• Discounted health insurance, gym memberships, salary packaging;
• Supportive and diverse team environment;
• Continuous professional development and education.

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