Company Description

Cairns Private Hospital in tropical Cairns in far north Queensland, Australia, is a modern, well-equipped facility which offers a comprehensive range of medical and allied services. Situated only 150 metres back from the Cairns Esplanade, the Hospital is easy walking distance from the heart of the tourist mecca of Cairns. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care.

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom.

Cairns Private Hospital is now hiring!

Job Description

Join our 28-bed Orthopaedic Ward and make a real difference for patients undergoing total joint replacements, upper and lower limb procedures, and spinal surgery. We are seeking passionate Registered Nurses to join our collaborative team.

Permanent full-time and part time positions on offer.

Your Skills and Experience

- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered.
- Minimum 12 months post-graduate experience; surgical or orthopaedic experience preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Availability to work a rotating 7-day roster.

If you are committed to providing high-quality care in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

Remuneration

On offer is a base hourly rate ranging from $39.96 - $54.01+ superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (QLD RN/Midwife Level 1 gr1-gr8)

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

- Grow your career with recognition programs,



employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
- Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
- Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
- Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
- Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

- Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
- A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
- A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

Additional Information

- Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
- According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Cairns Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 2nd September 2026

Reference number: JR114915

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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