Preadmission Nurse - Perioperative Clinic (Temp)

CGH S; Sale; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Social Club

Job summary

Central Gippsland Health (CGH) in Sale is seeking a Registered Nurse for preadmission clinic duties on long service leave cover. You will join a patient services team, contributing to preoperative assessments and coordination of elective surgery.

The role requires at least 12 months in preadmission or perioperative care, exceptional communication, and valid AHPRA registration. Training and support will be provided, with strong emphasis on inclusive, safe care and community service.

Qualifications

• 12 months or more experience in a preadmission, surgical unit or perioperative setting.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Current Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Salary packaging available.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Social Club.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a multi-disciplinary team assessment and management of preadmission clinic patients, ensuring effective communication and continuity of care for elective surgery.
• Provide support to Endoscopy and Specialty Perioperative Booking and waitlist management within the Pre-Admission Clinic.
• Conduct preoperative screening of patients before admission and post-operative telephone consultations for surgical audits.
• Collaborate with the Waitlist Officer to assist with waitlisting management as required.

Skills

Preadmission experience

Surgical unit experience

Perioperative setting

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Central Gippsland Health (CGH) in Sale is seeking a Registered Nurse for preadmission clinic duties on long service leave cover. You will join a patient services team, contributing to preoperative assessments and coordination of elective surgery.

The role requires at least 12 months in preadmission or perioperative care, exceptional communication, and valid AHPRA registration. Training and support will be provided, with strong emphasis on inclusive, safe care and community service.