Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: Casual
Requisition ID: REQ703473
Roster: 7-day rotating roster
Application close date: Sunday 15th of November 2026

Take the next step in your perioperative nursing career

John Hunter Hospital's Anaesthetic and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) is seeking experienced and passionate Registered Nurses to join our supportive Perioperative Services team.
Be part of a dynamic environment delivering safe, high-quality care throughout the surgical journey, while developing your clinical expertise through ongoing learning, teamwork and professional development.

What you’ll be doing

- Provide specialised nursing care to patients throughout the anaesthetic and post-operative recovery journey.
- Monitor patients’ clinical conditions, vital signs and recovery following anaesthesia.
- Manage patient pain, administer medications and respond to post-operative complications.
- Recognise and respond promptly to clinical deterioration and emergency situations.
- Collaborate with anaesthetists, surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective patient care.
- Prepare clinical environments and equipment to support safe and efficient procedures.
- Provide compassionate care, reassurance and explicit communication to patients and their families.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses who are confident working in a fast‑paced clinical environment and passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.




- Postgraduate clinical experience in operating theatre or procedural unit nursing within an acute hospital setting.
- Robust clinical assessment, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing workloads.
- Commitment to patient safety, evidence‑based practice and ongoing career development.

Why join our team?

At John Hunter Hospital, you’ll be joining a supportive and encouraging team that values collaboration, learning and professional growth.

You’ll benefit from:

- A welcoming and collaborative team culture.
- Access to Clinical Nurse Educators and Clinical Nurse Specialists for ongoing guidance and support.
- Mentoring and support from experienced senior nursing staff.
- Opportunities for professional development and clinical skill advancement.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients throughout their surgical journey.

Join our team

If you are an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for perioperative care and enjoy working in a dynamic acute care environment, we encourage you to apply.

Additional benefits





- Fitness Passport for health and well‑being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for staff and their immediate family members.
- Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.

If you’re passionate about perioperative nursing and ready to develop your skills while making a difference in patient care, we’d love to hear from you

Additional information

- Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‑being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

- At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact ***@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.

- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

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