Enrolled Nurse - Operating Theatre

Western NSW Local Health District; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Western NSW Local Health District – Orange NSW is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to join the operating theatre team at Orange Health Service. This permanent role offers an excellent pathway within perioperative nursing and a supportive rural-hospital environment.

You will work across five operating theatres with a rotating roster up to 38 hours per week, contributing to patient-centred care and quality improvements.

Job description

Western NSW Local Health District – Orange NSW

1d ago , from Western NSW Local Health District

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Part Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $75,011.91 - $81,508.14 pa ; $37.83 - $41.11 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Applications Close: 7 Oct 2026 – 11:59pm

Enrolled Nurse – Operating Theatre
Orange Health Service

About the role

Are you ready to take your perioperative nursing career to the next level in a growing and evolving environment? Join Orange Hospital, the major referral centre for Western NSW, and become part of a high-performing operating theatre team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centred care and driving innovation in rural health. Opportunities to join our team are rare. Many of our nurses have built rewarding careers here before progressing to senior roles in larger hospitals, while others are now enjoying a well-earned retirement. This is your chance to be part of that success story.

Our operating suite includes five operating theatres, a procedural room, and a 10-bay recovery unit, supporting a diverse range of specialties including trauma, orthopaedics, upper GI, urology, ENT, obstetrics and gynaecology, and ophthalmology. As a Registered Nurse within our perioperative service, you’ll have the opportunity to rotate across specialties, develop broad clinical expertise, access strong mentorship, and contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives.

Whether you are an experienced perioperative nurse looking to influence the future direction of a growing service, aspiring to step into leadership, or at the beginning of your nursing journey, we want to hear from you. Our team is united by a commitment to clinical excellence, professional development, and supporting one another to deliver outstanding patient outcomes.

You will participate in a 7-day rotating roster, including on-call commitments, and bring strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach. Most importantly, you will be passionate about making a difference in rural healthcare and helping build a thriving, forward-thinking perioperative service.

Join us at Orange Hospital and build a career you can be proud of while making a lasting impact on the health of our communities.

Helping you move to Western NSW

The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Role-related enquiries

Please contact Vickie Rapley, Nursing Unit Manager on 6369 3243 or at *************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD