Enrolled Nurse Scrub/Scout — Surgical Theatre Support

Northern Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health in Melbourne’s rapidly growing outer north is seeking an Enrolled Nurse Scrub/Scout for Broadmeadows Surgical Centre. The role involves scrub/scout duties across Admissions, Endoscopy, and theatres, under supervision of a Registered Nurse. Two years in OR and sterile technique proficiency are required.

This Full Time ongoing role is based at Broadmeadows Surgical Centre, with emphasis on patient care within the operating suite and collaboration with the nursing team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in the Operating theatre as a scrub/scout.
• Strong understanding of Operating theatre standards and ACORN.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to support change.
• Strong understanding of Scrub/Scout principles and sterile techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients in the Broadmeadows Surgical Centre: Admissions, Scrub/Scout, Stage 2 PACU - Discharge, Endoscopy and Operating theatres.
• Observe, record and report changes in patients’ health status.
• Work under guidance and supervision of a Registered Nurse on duty in the department.
• Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to assess, guide and delegate care to the Enrolled Nurse.

Skills

Operating theatre

ACORN

Autonomy

Teamwork

Scrub/Scout

Education

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing

Job description

Northern Health in Melbourne’s rapidly growing outer north is seeking an Enrolled Nurse Scrub/Scout for Broadmeadows Surgical Centre. The role involves scrub/scout duties across Admissions, Endoscopy, and theatres, under supervision of a Registered Nurse. Two years in OR and sterile technique proficiency are required.

This Full Time ongoing role is based at Broadmeadows Surgical Centre, with emphasis on patient care within the operating suite and collaboration with the nursing team.