Theatre Nurse – Scrub Scout, Anaesthetics, PACU (Casual)

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Bays Healthcare Group is seeking experienced and passionate Theatre Nurses to join our dynamic perioperative team on a casual basis, working across Anaesthetics, PACU or Scrub/Scout.

Our Theatre Nurses play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality and patient-centred perioperative care to patients undergoing a diverse range of surgical procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced perioperative nurses seeking flexible casual employment within a supportive and collaborative theatre environment.

We are seeking Theatre Nurses with experience in Anaesthetics, PACU, or Scrub/ Scout to join our perioperative team. We welcome applications from nurses with experience across one or multiple areas of the theatre environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver safe, evidence-based and patient-centred nursing care throughout the perioperative journey.

• Work across Anaesthetics, PACU or Scrub/ Scout according to your skills, experience and competency.

• Assist surgeons, anaesthetists and the multidisciplinary theatre team during surgical procedures.

• Monitor patients and respond appropriately to changes in their clinical condition.

• Prepare and maintain the operating theatre, equipment and supplies to ensure theatre readiness.

• Maintain safe and effective infection prevention and control practices.

• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation and patient records.

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, WH&S requirements, hospital policies and clinical procedures.

• Contribute to quality improvement, risk management and patient safety initiatives.

• Support a positive and collaborative team environment.

• Provide support, guidance and mentoring to new and student staff, as appropriate to experience and competency. 

ABOUT YOU:

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills, experience and attributes:

• Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse – Division 1 or Endorsed Enrolled Nurse.

• Minimum 2 years' recent experience in an operating theatre or perioperative nursing environment.

• Demonstrated experience in Anaesthetics, PACU, or Scrub/ Scout.

• Strong clinical knowledge and demonstrated perioperative nursing skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication, organisation and time management skills.

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and effectively manage competing priorities.

• A commitment to safe, high-quality and patient-centred care.

• Demonstrated understanding of infection prevention and control and WH&S requirements.

• A commitment to continuous professional development and clinical excellence.

ABOUT US

The Bays Healthcare Group is a not-for-profit, community-owned organisation that operates The Bays Hospital in Mornington, a Dialysis Unit in Hastings and the new Cancer Care Centre on Main Street.

We have served the Mornington Peninsula community for almost 90 years and have a reputation for providing exceptional, personalised and innovative healthcare.

We align ourselves with our ICARE values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence, and our patients are at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make.

THE BAYS BENEFITS

In addition to working for a local employer who can offer secure and flexible employment, The Bays has excellent benefits for employees including

• Be a part of a welcoming, supportive and friendly environment.

• Take advantage of the highest Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging benefits, reducing your taxable income up to $18,550 per year (details via Smart Salary).

• Enjoy free on-site parking.

• Access a wide range of confidential support services to assist with health, financial matters, career guidance and overall wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program.

• Complimentary influenza vaccinations offered annually to ensure you’re protected.

• Be rewarded $1000 for recommending a friend to join our team (conditions apply).

• Stay active with Fitness Passport – a great program that allows you access to local gyms, recreation centres and pools at a heavily discounted rate.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Satisfactory National Police Check

• Working with Children Check (Employee)

• Vaccination Status and compliance with the requirements as outlines in The Bays Healthcare Group’s Staff Health Policy

• Full working rights in Australia

HOW TO APPLY

To apply please submit a cover letter and current resume via SEEK or for enquiries please contact *******@thebays.com.au.

You can view the position description on our website and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Please note current and satisfactory police check is required prior to commencement.  This role must meet the requirements of The Bays Staff Health policy.

The Bays Healthcare Group is unable to provide sponsorship and all candidates must have full working rights in Australia.

The Bays values diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals with disabilities.

We are dedicated to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care, and we proactively implement measures to protect them from abuse.