Theatre Registered Nurse – Stanthorpe, QLD | Hospital Contract

$70 per hour + super + penalties | Travel allowance & accommodation provided | 4-week contract opportunity

Join HealthX as an experienced Theatre Registered Nurse and take on a rewarding contract prospect at Stanthorpe Hospital. This role offers the chance to work across a diverse perioperative environment including Anaesthetics, PACU/Recovery, Scrub/Scout, and Day Surgery/Endoscopy. With travel assistance, accommodation support, and the chance to experience Queensland's beautiful Granite Belt region, this is an ideal short-term contract for an adaptable perioperative nurse.

Why you'll love this opportunity

- $70 per hour + super + shift penalties

Enjoy attractive agency rates with additional earnings through applicable penalty shifts and on-call allowances

- Travel allowance and accommodation provided

Travel allowance up to $200 each way and accommodation provided during your contract

- Diverse theatre exposure

Work across Anaesthetics, PACU/Recovery, Scrub/Scout, and Day Surgery/Endoscopy services

- Regional hospital experience

Develop your skills within a supportive rural healthcare workplace while making a meaningful impact on the local community

- Explore Queensland's Granite Belt

Discover wineries, national parks, local produce, and a relaxed country lifestyle during your time off

About the Role

As a Travel Theatre Registered Nurse at Stanthorpe Hospital, you will provide high-quality perioperative nursing care across multiple theatre disciplines. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support safe, efficient, and patient-centred surgical services while participating in the on-call roster as required.

Key responsibilities:

- Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care within the theatre environment
- Assist with Anaesthetic and PACU/Recovery nursing duties




- Scrub and scout for a variety of surgical procedures
- Support Day Surgery and Endoscopy services
- Perform cannulation and utilise advanced clinical assessment skills
- Respond effectively to patient deterioration and emergency situations
- Participate in the theatre on-call roster as required
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
- Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, nursing, and allied health teams

Location – Stanthorpe, QLD

Nestled in Queensland's picturesque Granite Belt, Stanthorpe is renowned for its cool climate, stunning national parks, award-winning wineries, and welcoming country community. Offering a unique regional lifestyle and breathtaking scenery, Stanthorpe is the perfect destination for healthcare professionals seeking a rewarding contract and memorable experience.

What you'll need

- Current AHPRA Registration (Registered Nurse)
- Recent Theatre nursing experience
- Demonstrated experience in Anaesthetics and PACU/Recovery
- Experience in Scrub/Scout nursing
- Experience within Day Surgery and/or Endoscopy settings
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
- Cannulation competency
- Willingness to participate in an on-call roster
- Australian working rights (contract role – no sponsorship available)

Contract Details

- Location: Stanthorpe Hospital, QLD
- Contract Dates: 28 September 2026 to 25 October 2026
- Hours: Up to 80 hours per fortnight

Why HealthX

At HealthX, we're more than a recruiter. We are a healthcare-led organisation that understands the realities of working on the floor and the pressures of delivering care. When you join us, you receive ongoing support, reliable pay, and access to rewarding contract opportunities across Australia. We are committed to helping healthcare professionals build careers that are both rewarding and sustainable.

Apply now to secure your Theatre Nursing contract in Stanthorpe, QLD commencing September 2026.

📌 Theatre Registered Nurse (Queensland)
🏢 Health X
📍 Queensland