About the role

The Clinical Nurse in Recovery is responsible for providing high-quality care to patients in the post-anaesthesia care unit (PACU). This position involves direct patient care for individuals recovering from surgery, ensuring their safety, comfort, and optimal recovery. The Clinical Nurse – Recovery also collaborates closely with surgical teams, anaesthetists, and allied health professionals to deliver seamless patient-centered care in a day-hospital setting.

Key responsibilities

- Provide high-level, compassionate care to patients in the immediate postoperative phase, including monitoring vital signs, pain management, and detecting and responding to complications

- Conduct ongoing clinical assessments, identifying and addressing any potential postoperative complications or patient discomfort, and document all patient information accurately

- Administer prescribed medications, including analgesics and antiemetics, as per hospital protocols and physician orders, and monitor for adverse reactions

- Educate patients and their families on post-procedure care, medication protocols, and discharge instructions to ensure smooth transitions and promote recovery

- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive, quality patient care, facilitate handover and communication between departments, and contribute to patient flow within the day hospital

- Maintain strict adherence to infection control and safety protocols to ensure a clean, safe recovery environment

- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives,



audits, and quality control measures to enhance the patient experience and hospital standards

- Mentor junior nursing staff and students, providing guidance on best practices in recovery nursing

About you

- Registered Nurse (RN) Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

- Minimum of 6 years of experience in a recovery room, PACU, or critical care setting, preferably in a day hospital or outpatient facility

- Competence in recovery nursing practices, including patient assessment, postoperative care, and pain management

- Familiarity with the unique demands of a day-hospital setting, including high patient turnover and short-stay care practices

- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members

- Ability to manage multiple patients and prioritize care in a fast-paced environment

- A compassionate approach with an emphasis on patient comfort, education, and support throughout the recovery process

- Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative or Post-Anesthesia Care Nursing (desirable)

- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification (desirable)

Benefits

- Competitive salary and shift allowances

- Access to professional development opportunities

- Supportive and collaborative work environment

- Opportunities for growth opportunities within the private healthcare sector

📌 Clinical Nurse PACU (Osborne Park)
🏢 Perth Day Hospital
📍 Osborne Park