Registered Nurse – Perioperative and Scrub Scout We are seeking experienced and motivated Registered Nurses to join our Perioperative team in a dedicated Scrub/Scout role. Work in a supportive team environment and provide our patients with specialised and dedicated care.

Our theatre specialties include:

Obstetrics

Gynaecology

Urogynaecology

Plastic Surgery

Breast Surgery

Robotic Surgery

IVF and fertility procedures

As a Scrub/Scout Nurse, you will play an integral role in the secure and efficient delivery of high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative journey. You will work closely with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider theatre team to ensure every procedure runs smoothly.

The role includes:

Providing safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care

Working as both a Scrub/Scout Nurse

across a variety of procedures

Preparing and maintaining the operating theatre, equipment and instrumentation

Maintaining strict aseptic technique and infection‑control standards

Anticipating the needs of the surgical team

Participating in surgical counts and maintaining accurate documentation

Contributing to a positive, respectful and team‑focused theatre environment

About You: You will be a trained nurse with exceptional customer service, confident communication, and strong interpersonal skills. You will also demonstrate:

Minimum 2 years' perioperative experience as a Scrub/Scout nurse

Current Registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse

Registered with AHPRA

Experienced in a perioperative environment

Confident working in the scrub/scout role

Well organised, adaptable and able to work effectively under pressure





Committed to patient safety and high standards of clinical care

A robust communicator and team player

Enthusiastic about developing and expanding their perioperative skills

Experience across our specialties is highly regarded, although we welcome applications from nurses with strong perioperative experience who are keen to broaden their skills.

What’s in it for You: On offer is a base hourly rate ranging from$41.34 – 52.80 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (VIC RN/Midwife yr1-yr8)

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy

Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more

Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts

Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7

Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay: At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff

A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally

A place with versatile, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

📌 Registered Nurse – Perioperative and Scrub Scout (Melbourne)
🏢 Frances Perry House
📍 Melbourne