Clinical Nurse General- Operating Theatres

Job Description

Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment An exciting opportunity for a skilled and dedicated General Surgery Clinical Nurse to join our dynamic Theatre team. As a Clinical Nurse in the Theatre, you will be responsible for providing high-quality perioperative nursing care in a collaborative environment. About you We are seeking a dedicated individual for a 12-month, part-time (0.8 FTE) position, offering a flexible 6-day working roster . This role provides the opportunity to achieve a healthy work-life balance while contributing to high-quality patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment. Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care in the operating theatre, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the surgical process. Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the operating theatre environment, including sterile instruments and supplies. Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal surgical care. Adhere to all relevant policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines to ensure the highest standards of care. Participate in the education and training of junior staff and nursing students. What you bring Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing care, infection control, and patient safety Demonstrated recent clinical experience in the General surgery specialty in operating theatres Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment Ability to work unsupervised, proficiently and in an organised manner during periods of high demand and activity Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team Demonstrated communication, interpersonal skills and customer service skills A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation AHPRA Registration For further information please contact Lucy Hogan, Clinical Manager- Theatres: Why work for Calvary? At Calvary, our staff matter. With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients. Your benefits: NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships Paid parental leave Training, development pathways and career opportunities Flexible hours that make sense for you As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today. Please note the following: As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role. You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella. #J-18808-Ljbffr