Registered Nurse - Peri Operative - Circulating/ instrument Nurse

Employment Type:PermanentPart Time
Position Classification:Registered Nurse
Remuneration:$41.22 - $57.88 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week:12
Requisition ID:REQ705991
Location: Cessnock District Hospital
Closing Date: Wednesday 25th November 2026

About the opportunity

Join the close-knit perioperative team at Cessnock Hospital and play an important role in delivering safe, high-quality surgical care to patients across the Hunter Valley.
Working within a small and supportive theatre team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a variety of surgical specialties, including gynaecology, urology, general surgery, endoscopy and dental procedures.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Circulating/Instrument Nurse looking to join a collaborative team, broaden their clinical experience and enjoy a more predictable work-life balance.

What you will be doing

As a Registered Nurse in Perioperative Services, you'll work as both a Circulating and Instrument Nurse, supporting surgeons and the wider theatre team to ensure safe and efficient surgical procedures.
Your responsibilities will include:

- Undertaking circulating and instrument nursing duties across a range of surgical procedures.
- Preparing and maintaining the operating theatre, equipment and instrumentation.
- Assisting surgeons and the anaesthetic team throughout procedures.
- Maintaining strict infection prevention, aseptic technique and patient safety standards.
- Monitoring patient care and advocating for patients throughout their perioperative journey.
- Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support efficient theatre operations.

You’ll report to the Nurse Unit Manager and work closely with the Team Leader and Health Service Manager.
You’ll be supported through supernumerary orientation days, access to Clinical Nurse Educators (CNEs) and ongoing guidance from both hospital-based and District Clinical Nurse Educators.

About you





We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse who is confident in the perioperative environment and enjoys working as part of a small, supportive team.
To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
- Recent experience working as a Circulating and Instrument Nurse in an operating theatre.
- Demonstrated experience across relevant surgical specialties, ideally including gynaecology, urology, general surgery, endoscopy and/or dental procedures.
- Sound knowledge of perioperative nursing practices, infection prevention and aseptic technique.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a small theatre team.
- The ability to prioritise, adapt and respond confidently in a rapid paced surgical environment.

What we can offer

- Monday to Friday roster – enjoy your weekends
- No night shifts, weekends or on-call requirements.
- A supportive and close-knit perioperative team.
- Supernumerary orientation and access to ongoing education and development.
- The exciting opportunity to be part of Cessnock Hospital as it looks towards its new hospital development.
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rated for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.<

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