Registered Nurse - Operating Suite
St Vincent's, Launceston
Make a difference at one of Australia's leading health care providers
Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment
Casual and permanent positions available
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join St Vincent's Private Hospital Launceston as we continue to grow and expand our Theatre Services.
This position will suit an experienced perioperative nurse with demonstrated skills in instrument and circulating nursing and PACU.
Experience within orthopaedic surgery is highly desirable.
As a Registered Nurse within our Theatre Department, you will work across a energetic perioperative environment, contributing to exceptional patient care within the Operating Theatre and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU).
Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary team, you will play an integral role in delivering safe, high-quality care throughout the surgical journey.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver patient-centred care within a safe and supportive perioperative environment
Provide skilled nursing care in the Operating Theatre, including instrument and circulating roles
Assess, monitor and care for patients within the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU)
Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and the multidisciplinary team
Contribute to clinical excellence, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Support a collaborative team culture committed to achieving the best possible patient outcomes
What You Bring
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse




Recent experience working within a perioperative setting
Demonstrated experience in instrument and circulating nursing roles
Experience working within a Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU)
Orthopaedic theatre experience highly desirable
Sound clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
A commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice
A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission-based organisation
Application Closing Date:
11/11/2026
For further information, contact Kylie Stubbs, NUM via
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Calvary Benefits
NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
Paid parental leave
Training, development pathways and career opportunities
Flexible hours that make sense for you
Why Work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.
If you are looking for a rewarding career in an organisation that supports the community, apply now!
Please note the following:
As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face-to-face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.
You will also be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.

📌 Registered Nurse - Operating Suite (Launceston)
🏢 Calvary Health Care
📍 Launceston