## Registered and Enrolled Nurse - Day Surgery (Casual)Apply: Geelong, Victoria: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: October 26, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR-18817**St John of God** **Geelong Hospital**St John of God Geelong Hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute services to the rapidly growing coastal city. The modern and up-to-date hospital has a 24/7 accident and emergency department, a comprehensive surgical program supported by a 12-bed critical/intensive care unit, rapidly growing cardiology, medical, rehabilitation, and cancer services.We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated **Enrolled Nurses** and **Registered Nurses** to join our **Day Surgery Unit** on **casual basis**. The unit operates **Monday to Friday between 6:30 AM and 9:00 PM**, with **staggered shifts** scheduled across these hours to support operational needs.Our Day Surgery Unit features 25 bays and on average sees around 80 cases per day , providing a fast-paced and dynamic environment. We are looking for nurses who are adaptable, team-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality patient care.**Previous experience in day surgery is preferred**, and **exposure to paediatric patients or cath-lab nursing** will be highly regarded. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and professional team, making a difference in patients’ lives every day.As a **Registered/Enrolled Nurse** you’ll cater to the pre & post-operative journey of our surgical patients, with exposure to a range of specialities including General Surgery, Urology, Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Dental, Plastics, ENT (involving a large number of Paediatrics) and Vascular. In addition,



our Day Surgery Unit also accommodates pre & post-operative Cardiac Cath Lab patients, largely focusing on diagnostic angiograms.**The Position*** Assesses plans, delivers and evaluates patient care, seeking support from senior staff as required.* Promotes and contributes to effective communication, facilitating teamwork and cooperation within the department and within the hospital.* Provides patient education and acts as a resource where appropriate.* Supports and supervises staff and students as required, including orientating and precepting staff.* Contributes to the achievement of Hospital and Clinical Services operational objectives.* Participate in patient assessments, including mental health, risk assessment and management, history taking and developing comprehensive nursing care plans. Ensuring risks are documented and appropriate interventions, referrals are facilitated.* Administer medication within scope of the Enrolled Nurse classification and in accordance with statutory and organisational guidelines under the direct or indirect supervision of the Registered Nurse.* Advise and educate patients regarding treatment and recovery in relevant specialty.You will have a registration with Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)



as a Registered Nurse and demonstrate a minimum of 2 years clinical experience Day Surgery. You will demonstrate a commitment to quality patient care and satisfaction, along with well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills.To succeed you will have an ability to work effectively and harmoniously within the multi-disciplinary health care team, with a commitment to ongoing education and career development.Above all, patients will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.**The Benefits:*** **Enrolled Nurse Casual rate: $53.90 to $68.03 per hour**(inclusive of casual loading), plus12% superannuation* **Registered Nurse Casual rate: $42.50 - $48.28 per hour** (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation* As a casual employee, you can **salary package** a percentage of your earnings each pay period, which can be applied to a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses* 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* Dynamic multidisciplinary teamPlease indicate whether you are applying for the Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse opportunity when prompted during your online application process.***All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the essential requirements of the role***For enquiries contact **Emma Brooks, Clinical Admissions Manager,** on ** **
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📌 Registered and Enrolled Nurse - Day Surgery (Casual) (Geelong)
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