Transition to Specialty Practice, Main Theatre, in Scrub Scout Nursing for ****
Launch your specialty nursing career | Gain hands-on experience across the Operating Room through structured rotations and dedicated clinical support
Learn, grow and build confidence | Access tailored study days, expert guidance and a supportive environment designed to help you thrive
Invest in your future | Complete a structured program with an end-of-program assessment, building valuable skills and opening the door to exciting career opportunities in perioperative nursing
About the role
Join Barwon Health's Main Theatre team as a Registered Nurse (Grade 2), working across Scrub and Scout nursing in a dynamic perioperative environment.
You'll provide high-quality, patient-centred care while working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and the broader multidisciplinary team.
This is an prospect to further develop your perioperative nursing skills, contribute to a positive team culture and support safe, evidence-based care throughout the surgical journey.
Key responsibilities
Provide safe, high-quality, patient-centred nursing care in the Scrub/Scout role.
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in collaboration with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
Work effectively within the perioperative team to support safe and efficient surgical procedures.
Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to quality improvement, audits, safety initiatives and service development within the theatre environment.
Support a positive learning culture by sharing knowledge and skills with colleagues and students.
What we're looking for
Registered Nurse with minimum of 12 months acute nursing experience at the commencement of program




Motivated and committed to building knowledge and clinical confidence
Effective communication, willingness to embrace feedback and work collaboratively to deliver safe, high-quality patient care
Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice
What the Program Offers
Gain a structured introduction to various roles within the operating room, including assessment components throughout the program.
Undertake planned specialty rotations throughout the theatre suite
Education and clinical support provided by the dedicated Perioperative education team throughout the program
Participate in several targeted study and education days
Build specialist perioperative nursing knowledge and skills
Successful completion of this program provides an opportunity to apply for 1 credit point at Deakin University towards a Post Graduate Certificate in Perioperative Nursing'
About the service
Operating Services at University Geelong Main theatre offers a round-the-clock service with ten operating theatres.
Beyond elective surgeries, the department handles semi-urgent and emergency procedures.
Specialities encompass Cardiothoracic, ENT, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Oral Faciomaxillary, Plastics, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Vascular and Robotic Surgery.
Approximately ****** operative procedures are performed annually.
The Division of Surgery is headed by a Professor of Surgery,



and the Department of Anaesthetics is headed by an Associate Professor of Perioperative Medicine and Pain Management.
Position Description
Barwon Health staff benefits
Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Extensive professional development opportunities
Attractive salary packaging benefits
Living expenses capped at $9,010
Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here
Diversity and inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve.
We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at (email protected)
All appointments are subject to:
Satisfactory Police Record Check
Immunisation Status Clearance
Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.
Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

📌 Transition To Specialty Practice, Main Operating Services Scrub/Scout 2027 (Victoria)
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Victoria