About Glenelg Day Surgery

Established for over 25 years, Glenelg Day Surgery has provided a consistently high level of care to patients both within the local community and wider Adelaide area, to be cared for by our highly skilled and friendly team of healthcare professionals.

In 2019 we moved to a purpose-built day surgery in the heart of sunny Glenelg, which has kept the architectural heritage whilst adhering to the very latest in hospital design standards and infection control guidelines. Our hand-picked staff care for our patients in a professional and personalised manner, putting GDS consistently above benchmark for patient, staff and clinician satisfaction.

Glenelg Day Surgery offers multiple surgical services, including Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Skin cancer Surgery, Ophthalmology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Vascular and Assisted Reproductive Procedures.

In July 2022 we proudly became a part of Cura Day Hospitals Group.

We are currently recruiting for a Clinical Nurse role - Ophthalmology & Oral Surgery to our leadership team.

We are looking for a vibrant, engaging, dedicated and highly motivated nurse with a strong clinical background.

The position will give leadership and direction to the nursing team and report directly to the CEO/ Director of Nursing. Hands-on clinical involvement is a key component of this position with a focus on quality and safety integrated within the responsibilities.

The Role:

- Supports the CEO/ Director of Nursing to ensure the smooth running of the facility on a day-to-day basis.

- Provides clinical support for peri-operative staff

- Liaises with and is the first point of call for all theatre matters with surgeons to ensure a high level of service delivery.

- Manages the theatre team and provides support, education, and a positive role model for all members of the team





- Understands and supports the indicators that are used in measuring the performance of the perioperative team.

- Adheres to and promotes the employee Code of Conduct and Facility Policies

- Plans and implements strategies that will benefit the facility as a whole

- Participates in all management meetings, strategic planning and other committees as required

- Contributes to the development of policies, procedures, and programs

- Actively supports decisions made by the Director of Nursing

This role will be actively supporting the CEO/ DoN with all quality activities as well as assisting with and supporting the business development and growth. This is a hands-on role with a robust leadership focus. The day-to-day coordination of clinical services on the floor will be complimented by non-clinical time including auditing, rostering, and business growth activities.

The ideal candidate will work hard to uphold the friendly and positive culture we have as well as support the growth and learning of our nursing staff.

This is a permanent part-time position and will suit someone with flexibility of workdays to work in conjunction with the management team.

To be successful in your application for this position, you will have:

- Current relevant AHPRA Registration.

- Minimum 5 years post graduate nursing experience predominately worked in the perioperative environment.

- Evidence of significant clinical experience within the ophthalmology and oral surgery areas

- Working knowledge of and adherence to the NSQHS Standards.





- Sound clinical leadership skills in promoting and ensuring safe patient care.

- Knowledge of the regulation of health care professionals.

- Understanding of contemporary clinical practice.

- Undertakes professional self-development as per AHPRA Requirements

Please note all applicants must currently possess the right to work in Australia

Cura Day Hospitals Group offers excellent career opportunities for nurses, health professionals, support staff and managers. As the market leading day hospital group, a career with Cura Day Hospitals Group is not only rewarding, but also offers great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement.

We believe our people are our most important asset. As part of our dedication to staff development and well-being, we promote a range of initiatives to support our employees including education and training and providing access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness & Wellbeing Program. Cura employees also have access to salary packaging for novated leasing as well as a range of discounts and benefits through our rewards program.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

Interviews will be undertaken as suitable candidates are identified as meeting the criteria for interview. Please note only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

If you wish to be considered for this role, please apply via seek.

For further information please contact: -

Sarah Bert

CEO/ Director of Nursing

**********@daysurgery.net

(08) 8294 2***

For more information about Glenelg Day Surgery, please visit our website:

https://curagroup.com.au/glenelg-day-surgery)

📌 Clinical Nurse - Ophthalmology & Oral Surgery (Adelaide)
🏢 Cura Day Hospitals Group
📍 Adelaide