Job Description
/n St John of God Ballarat Hospital /n /n St John of God Ballarat Hospital is a leading private hospital providing high-quality health care to the Ballarat community and surrounding regions. /n /n Our hospital offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, maternity, cancer and cardiac services, supported by modern facilities and experienced medical and nursing teams. We are committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centred care while providing an environment where our caregivers can develop and grow their clinical expertise. /n /n Your Position at St John of God Ballarat Hospital /n /n We are seeking experienced and suitably qualified Perioperative Registered Nurses specialising in Scrub Scout and/or Anaesthetics to join our Operating Theatre team at St John of God Ballarat Hospital on a casual basis. /n /n Working within our operating theatres, you will utilise your specialised clinical knowledge and experience to provide high-quality perioperative care, working closely with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective surgical outcomes. /n /n Casual opportunities offer flexibility to suit your availability while allowing you to contribute your specialist skills and experience to our theatre team. /n /n Join our dedicated Perioperative team at St John of God Ballarat Hospital and make a difference to patient care. /n /n

Key Responsibilities
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- Provide specialised perioperative nursing care within your area of expertise, either Scrub Scout or Anaesthetics. /n
- For Scrub Scout nurses, prepare and maintain the operating theatre, ensuring surgical instruments, equipment and supplies are available and ready for procedures. /n
- For Anaesthetic nurses, prepare and check anaesthetic equipment, medications and supplies,



providing specialised support to the anaesthetist throughout the perioperative journey. /n
- Demonstrate sound clinical knowledge and technical expertise across a range of surgical procedures. /n
- Maintain strict aseptic technique and adhere to infection prevention and control standards. /n
- Anticipate the needs of surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider theatre team to support safe and efficient surgical procedures. /n
- Monitor patient safety, recognise changes in patient condition and escalate clinical concerns appropriately. /n
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure effective communication and handover. /n
- Contribute to a positive team culture, clinical governance and continuous improvement. /n /n /n To be successful in this role, you will have: /n /n /n
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse. /n
- Recent and demonstrated experience working as a specialty-trained Perioperative Registered Nurse in either Scrub Scout or Anaesthetics. /n
- Relevant post-registration perioperative qualifications or specialist training in your area of expertise. /n
- Strong clinical knowledge and technical skills within an operating theatre environment. /n
- The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider perioperative team. /n
- Well-developed communication,



organisation and clinical decision-making skills. /n
- A commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence and delivering exceptional patient-centred care. /n /n /n Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do, as you commit to and support our Mission and Values. /n /n The

Benefits:
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- Casual rate: $53.90 to $68.03 per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation. /n
- Casual opportunities offering flexibility and work-life balance. /n
- As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period. /n
- A healthy work-life balance through versatile work options, additional purchased leave and wellbeing programs. /n
- Employee discounts on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance. /n
- Innovative Professional Development opportunities. /n
- Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts. /n /n /n For enquiries contact Kate Maloney | Nurse Manager on 03 5320 2104 /n If suitable applicants are identified, the advertisement may close prior to the listed date. /n /n /n /n /n At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. /n Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being. /n Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community. /n /n All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requi

📌 Registered Nurse (Ballarat)
🏢 St John of God Health Care
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