Job Description

Pre Admission Nurse – Perioperative Services n

We are currently seeking a Pre Admission Nurse to join our Perioperative Services team. This is a limited tenure part time position, 12 hours per week from October 2026 – September 2027.

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The EGHS Perioperative Department offers a wide range of services to meet the needs of the local community and the surrounding region. Perioperative services include two operating theatres, 8 bay day procedure unit, central sterile supply department, a 4-bay recovery room and a renal dialysis suite. We offer a range of surgical procedures performed by visiting surgeons. These include; general surgery, gynaecology, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, urology, dental, ear nose and throat, caesarean section and certain emergency surgeries.

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- Ongoing professional development and career opportunities
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About The Role n

The Pre-Admission Nurse is responsible for the admission and care of patients who are brought into the pre-operative workplace. They are responsible for obtaining vital medical information relevant to preparing patients for surgery and communicating this information to the surgical team. Such information may include; correct site of surgery information, fasting instructions,



any patient allergies or sensitivities, review pathology reports, administration of medication and provide patient education before and after surgery.

About You n

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- Registered Nurse with current APHRA registration
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- Commitment to a high standard of personal appearance and conduct that is clean, neat, tidy, punctual and respectful in language and manner towards staff, patients, residents and visitors
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- Demonstrated sound level of clinical nursing skills and ability to work safely and effectively within the designated area
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- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication, co-ordination and organisational skills
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- Demonstrated ability to contribute and practice collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
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Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check).

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East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.

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For more information please contact contact Judi Debney, Acting Perioperative Services Unit Manager on .

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📌 Pre Admission Nurse - Perioperative Services (Mount Cole Creek)
🏢 East Grampians Health Service
📍 Mount Cole Creek