Registered Nurse Anaesthetic and Recover

St Vincent's Private Hospital Toowoomba; Sydney; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Not-for-profit salary packaging perks

Engagement survey insights

Professional development support

Not-for-profit organisation

Job summary

St Vincent's Private Hospital Toowoomba is seeking a Registered Nurse in Anaesthetics and Recovery to provide specialised nursing care to patients recovering from anaesthesia and surgery. You will monitor vitals, respond to post-operative complications, administer medications, and educate patients and families about the recovery process.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care within a multidisciplinary team and offers opportunities for professional development within a leading private

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Minimum 2 years in DIV1.
• Experience in PACU, Critical Care, Emergency, ICU, HDU, or Anaesthetic Nursing desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialised nursing care to patients recovering from anaesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Monitor vital signs and assess patients during recovery.
• Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration and post-operative complications.
• Administer medications and pain management therapies as prescribed.
• Educate and support patients and families throughout recovery.
• Contribute to safety, quality improvement, and clinical excellence.

Skills

Anaesthetic nursing

Vital signs monitoring

Patient education

Teamwork

Education

AHPRA Registration

Job description

Registered Nurse Anaesthetic and Recover

St Vincent's Private Hospital Toowoomba – Sydney CBD NSW

Full time

4d ago , from St Vincent's Private Hospital

Role Title: Registered Nurse - Anaesthetics and Recovery

Role Type: Permanent / Part Time

Department and Location: Surgical Services, Mater Hospital, Sydney, NSW

Salary: Salary: $41.58 - 55.09 AUD base per hour.

Welcome to the Mater, Sydney North Shore’s premier private hospital

Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1906 and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' spirit is our living heartbeat. As a leading regional centre for clinical excellence, we are renowned for our world-class maternity unit, next-generation surgical robotics, and leading-edge orthopaedic, spinal, and oncology care. Here, you will work alongside premier specialists in a modern, supportive environment that actively backs your professional growth and advanced clinical education.

We are positioned just minutes from St Leonards, Wollstonecraft, and Crows Nest stations, with major Pacific Highway bus routes right on our doorstep. Whether you live locally or are traveling along the T1 or M1 corridors, your daily commute will be seamless.

Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.

About The Role:

• Provide specialised nursing care to patients recovering from anaesthesia and surgical procedures.
• Conduct ongoing patient assessments and monitor vital signs during the recovery phase.
• Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration and post-operative complications.
• Administer medications and pain management therapies as prescribed.
• Educate and support patients and their families throughout the recovery journey.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, quality improvement, and clinical excellence.

About You:

• Valid registration with AHPRA DIV1 min 2 years.
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing patient centered care.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous PACU, Critical Care, Emergency, ICU, HDU, or Anaesthetic Nursing experience highly desirable.

What we can offer you at the Mater

• Exceptional Rewards: Highly competitive base pay, plus exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging perks. Enjoy pre-tax savings on up to $15,900 for everyday living costs (mortgage, rent, bills) plus $2,650 for dining out and entertainment annually
• An Amazing Workplace: 82% of staff recommend our hospital as a great place to work (2026 Engagement Survey)
• For-Purpose Impact: Be part of a not-for-profit where surplus is reinvested into research & community care
• Maternity Excellence: Join Sydney’s top private service and the city’s unique private Lvl 4 Special Care Unit
• Surgical Innovation: Work in the only Aus member hub of the International Society of Orthopaedic Centres
• Oncology Leadership: Deliver cutting-edge cancer care backed by specialised & holistic wellbeing centres
• Safe Staffing: Work with peace of mind under an historic EA delivering mandated nurse-to-patient ratios
• Growth: Access world-class research funding & scholarships via The Friends of the Mater Foundation
• Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia:

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Pre-Employment Checks:

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at ***************@svha.org.au