Registered Nurse - Anaesthetics / PACU

Job Description

Job Description Company Description \n

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

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At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

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We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

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Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Job Description \n

Join a leading healthcare provider and take the next step in your nursing career. We are seeking passionate Registered Nurses with Anaesthetics and Recovery experience for permanent full-time and part-time roles within our Perioperative team at Epworth Geelong, located in Waurn Ponds.

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You will make an impact by:

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• Providing a high level of nursing care to your patient during their theatre journey
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• Assessing, planning, coordinating and evaluating the care delivery needs of patients
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• Monitoring the condition of patients during procedures and reporting changes
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• Recognising and responding to changing needs of the patient
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• Applying a safety-first mindset that sees a positive patient experience outcome
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To be successful in this role:

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You are an experienced Registered Nurse in Anaesthetics and Recovery who thrives in a patient-first perioperative environment. A confident communicator with a compassionate and empathetic approach, you are committed to delivering exceptional patient care at every stage of the surgical journey. You are adaptable, solutions-focused, and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary theatre team. By placing patients at the centre of your decision-making, you consistently build positive relationships with colleagues, patients, and their families while contributing to a supportive and high-performing team culture.

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You will have:

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• Experience in anaesthetics essential and recovery is highly regarded
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• Current unrestricted AHPRA Nursing registration
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• Ability to work a rotating roster (mix of AM and PM shifts)
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• Ability to be available for weekend on-call
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• Casual weekend work available
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Position Description Inherent Requirements

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Applications will be reviewed as they are received

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Epworth Geelong

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Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria. It features contemporary design, cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care, whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services.

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Our Peri-operative environment consists of 13 Operating Theatres including a Hybrid Theatre, Cath Lab and 2 endoscopy suites. Located all on the one level we have the Operating Theatre, Cath Lab, ICU and Day Surgery allowing excellent patient flow and best patient care. Our specialities include; Orthopaedics, Vascular, General, Macs Facs, ENT, Pain, Ophthalmology, Endoscopy, Plastics, Neurosurgery and Urology. We operate Monday to Friday with emergencies on weekends which helps provide flexible rostering, giving our staff an excellent work/life balance. With education as a key motivator for our department we provide multiple opportunities for our staff to develop new skills as well as continue to build on their already strong knowledge base.

Qualifications \n

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• Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing (highly desirable)
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Additional Information \n

Why Join Epworth?

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At Epworth, it’s a community.

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It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

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• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
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• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
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• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
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• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
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• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates
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At Epworth, we care.

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We care about our patients and we care about our people. We care about keeping everyone safe. We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers. And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

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If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

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The annual salary range for full time Registered Nurses – AUD $85,732- $107,669 + super + entitlements, depending on registration type, year level and position/experience (prorated for part-time).

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Enquire/ Apply

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Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

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For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact (email protected) or phone .

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It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

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As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

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At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.