Perioperative Scrub Scout RN — Flexible Casual

St John of God Geelong Hospital; Geelong; On-site; AUD 74,000 - 94,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual rate: $53.90 to $68.03 per hour

Flexible work balance

Salary packaging

Well-being programs

Employee discount on St John of God.

Professional development opportunities

Lifestyle discounts

Job summary

St John of God Geelong Hospital in Geelong VIC is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse – Scrub Scout to join our Perioperative team on a casual basis. You will support a variety of surgical procedures, maintain a sterile environment and assist the surgical team throughout the perioperative journey.

The role offers flexible shifts, opportunities to work across multiple specialties, and a supportive, patient-centred care culture.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
• Recent Scrub Scout experience within a perioperative or operating theatre environment.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing practices, aseptic technique and infection prevention and control.
• Well-developed clinical assessment, communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to anticipate surgical team requirements, prioritise effectively and respond confidently in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong commitment to patient safety, teamwork and delivering exceptional patient care.
• A flexible and proactive approach, with the ability to work collaboratively across a range of surgical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality, patient-centred care throughout the perioperative journey.
• Undertake Scrub Scout duties across a range of surgical procedures, ensuring appropriate preparation and support throughout each case.
• Prepare operating theatres, surgical instruments, equipment and supplies in accordance with procedural and clinical requirements.
• Maintain aseptic technique and adhere to infection prevention and control standards.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and provide effective assistance throughout procedures.
• Complete surgical counts and comply with relevant policies, protocols and patient safety requirements.
• Monitor patient safety throughout the perioperative period, identifying and escalating clinical concerns appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, perioperative colleagues and the wider multidisciplinary team to support efficient theatre operations.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure effective communication and handover.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, clinical governance and a positive team culture

Skills

Scrub Scout

Perioperative nursing

Patient care

Education

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Job description

St John of God Geelong Hospital in Geelong VIC is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse – Scrub Scout to join our Perioperative team on a casual basis. You will support a variety of surgical procedures, maintain a sterile environment and assist the surgical team throughout the perioperative journey.

The role offers flexible shifts, opportunities to work across multiple specialties, and a supportive, patient-centred care culture.