Clinical Nurse - Recovery

About the Role

Burnside Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse – Recovery (PACU) to join our Perioperative Services team at our Stepney site. To be successful, you must bring proven post‑anaesthetic recovery experience, including airway support, pain and nausea management, and close physiological monitoring, along with advanced perioperative practice skills and a commitment to exceptional patient‑centred care.

In this permanent full-time or negotiated part-time (0.8+ FTE) RN Level 2 role, you’ll work collaboratively within a high‑performing multidisciplinary team, providing expert immediate postoperative care and supporting safe, efficient and contemporary PACU workflows. You’ll apply strong clinical reasoning, uphold ACORN and NSQHS Standards, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement across the Perioperative Suite. You’ll also play an important role in guiding the nursing team, supporting capability development, orientation and professional growth. The position includes involvement in quality initiatives, accreditation activities and service enhancement projects, helping strengthen perioperative practice and patient outcomes.

If you’re an experienced recovery nurse who thrives in a dynamic perioperative environment, values teamwork and is passionate about delivering exceptional post‑anaesthetic care, we’d love to welcome you. Click ‘Apply Now’ to view the Position Description and submit your application.

About us

Burnside Hospital is one of South Australia’s leading private healthcare providers, delivering high‑quality services and specialist clinics across our Toorak Gardens and Stepney sites. Each year, thousands of patients choose our hospital for their care, and we are committed to supporting them and their families with exceptional service grounded in empathy, respect and safety. Our values‑based approach emphasises safety and wellbeing, continuous learning and professional growth, and we take pride in fostering a positive, inclusive culture where every team member feels supported and valued.

Known for its strong community connection, often described as a “country hospital in the city”, Burnside Hospital is proud of our warm, welcoming environment and longstanding reputation for exceptional care. As a Burnside Hospital employee, you’ll enjoy the benefit of:

• A Healthy Work-Life Balance: We seek to provide you with an exceptional professional and work life, which is why we offer flexible working hours within a supportive environment that value both your professional and personal life. Roles within our Perioperative Services department operate on a Monday to Friday roster - morning and afternoon shifts - no nights or weekends!
• Convenience and Safety: Free parking options available at our hospitals, located in the eastern suburbs close to the city.
• Career Development: We offer structured training programs, educational support, and development initiatives to help you build your capabilities and potential for rewarding and long-lasting careers and personal growth. We’re a stable and secure organisation with a reputation for quality service, big enough to provide opportunities while being small enough to know your name so you’ll feel seen and heard.
• Competitive Benefits: Our not-for-profit status allows us to offer salary-sacrificing arrangements where a portion of your income is allocated to pay for approved living expenses, meals, entertainment (up to $18,550), and vehicle novated leasing before your income tax is calculated, meaning you pay less income tax and have more money in your pocket.
• Wellbeing: We ensure our people are well supported through free counselling and physiotherapy assistance, pharmacy and health insurance discounts, free flu vaccinations, and generous leave entitlements.
• Peer Recognition: We value everyone's contributions, and our reward and recognition program is designed to celebrate the people who truly embody our values and make our workplace exceptional.
• Impactful Work: Working at Burnside Hospital means making a difference in the lives of the people we serve. You’ll be part of a team that is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our patients every day.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory working with children check and pre-employment health assessment.