St John of God Subiaco Hospital with more than 1,200 of WA’s most experienced and respected medical specialists, 2,200 caregivers and 600 beds, our hospital plays a vital role in delivering private health care across the state.

We provide a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services, including cancer care, cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, gynaecology, maternity, orthopaedics, pain services, and urology.

Your role

You will be involved in every stage of the patient’s surgical journey, offering a diverse and rewarding experience. Our nurses are supported to develop existing skills and discover recent areas of practice, with exposure to a wide range of surgical procedures, including complex cases. As part of our nursing team, you will deliver exceptional clinical care throughout the perioperative journey, from pre-operative preparation and care in theatre, through to post-operative recovery.

SJG Subiaco Eye Hospital combines the strength and expertise of St John of God Subiaco Hospital with the specialised focus of a dedicated ophthalmic facility, delivering world-class eye care. If you are passionate about clinical excellence in ophthalmology and providing personalised, patient-centred care, we invite you to join our experienced team.

Key Responsibilities - Ophthalmology Scrub/Scout Nurse (EN/RN)

Provide safe, high-quality perioperative care within the ophthalmology operating theatre, undertaking scrub and scout responsibilities to support surgical procedures and positive patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile field, preparing and managing surgical instruments and equipment, adhering to infection prevention and hospital standards, supporting patient education, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.



The role requires effective communication, professional conduct, and ongoing development of clinical knowledge and skills relevant to ophthalmic surgery.

Registered Nurses additionally undertake patient assessment, care planning and evaluation, and may provide clinical support, supervision, and guidance to staff and students as required.

Your Skills & Experience

You will hold registration with Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered or Enrolled Nurse with demonstrated commitment to quality patient care and satisfaction, along with well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills.

The successful applicant will have the ability to work effectively and harmoniously within the multi-disciplinary health care team, with commitment to ongoing education and professional development. Ophthalmology experience is essential.

Above all, patients will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

- Enrolled Nurse Salary: $72,637 to $94,929 (pro rata for part-time), plus 12% superannuation

- Enrolled Nurse Casual Rate: $45.80 to $59.85 per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation

- Registered Nurse Salary: $82,945 to $106,630 (pro rata for part-time) plus 12% superannuation

- Registered Nurse Casual Rate: $52.30 to $67.24 per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation





- Permanent full time, part-time or casual positions available

- Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
- Novated leasing
- work related expenses
- self-education and
- additional superannuation

- A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs

- Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance

- Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport

All applicants are asked to submit a current CV and covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.

For any enquiries, please contact Lucy Browne, Nurse Unit Manager, on 0484 379 142.

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly. If suitable applicants are identified advertisement may close prior to listed date. Apply today!

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

📌 Registered & Enrolled Nurses - Scrub/Scout Subiaco Eye Hospital (Western Australia)
🏢 St John of God Health Care
📍 Western Australia