Perioperative RN – Operating Theatres (Scrub/Scout)

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Melbourne VIC is seeking registered nurses for Operating Theatres with scrub and scout expertise. Multiple ongoing positions are available across 5- and 7-day rosters, with relocation to Adelaide South Australia.

Role emphasizes developing advanced perioperative skills, contributing to a supportive surgical environment, and teaching students and junior staff while delivering high‑quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with perioperative experience across scrub/scout roles.
• Experience delivering safe, high-quality patient care in line with health service standards.
• Ability to work flexibly in a multi-disciplinary team and supervise learners.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and coordinate scrub/scout nursing in the operating theatre.
• Contribute to an integrated team culture and responsive patient care.
• Provide patient-centred nursing care and support for learners and junior staff.
• Participate in clinical teaching, supervising students and less-experienced staff.

Skills

Scrub perioperative nursing

Scout perioperative nursing

Team collaboration

Clinical nursing

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Melbourne VIC is seeking registered nurses for Operating Theatres with scrub and scout expertise. Multiple ongoing positions are available across 5- and 7-day rosters, with relocation to Adelaide South Australia.

Role emphasizes developing advanced perioperative skills, contributing to a supportive surgical environment, and teaching students and junior staff while delivering high‑quality patient care.