Ophthalmic Perioperative Nurse - Day Surgery

Vision Hospital Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision Hospital Group, a leading network of ophthalmic day hospitals, seeks a casual Perioperative Registered Nurse or Endorsed Enrolled Nurse to support our day surgery team. Ophthalmic surgical nursing experience is highly desirable and essential perioperative duties include scrub/scout, admissions, anesthetics and recovery.

You will work with surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre staff to ensure patient safety, accurate documentation, and efficient case flow, while upholding infection control

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Endorsed Enrolled Nurse.
• Perioperative setting experience is essential; ophthalmic surgical nursing experience highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality perioperative nursing care with a focus on patient safety and surgical excellence.
• Perform perioperative duties including scrub/scout, admissions, anesthetics and recovery as needed.
• Liaise with surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre staff to ensure seamless case flow.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and complete all documentation accurately.
• Contribute to a positive team culture and continuous improvement of clinical practices.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

Communication

Time management

Calm under pressure

Education

AHPRA registration

Job description

Vision Hospital Group, a leading network of ophthalmic day hospitals, seeks a casual Perioperative Registered Nurse or Endorsed Enrolled Nurse to support our day surgery team. Ophthalmic surgical nursing experience is highly desirable and essential perioperative duties include scrub/scout, admissions, anesthetics and recovery.

You will work with surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre staff to ensure patient safety, accurate documentation, and efficient case flow, while upholding infection control