Registered Nurse - Perioperative Services

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Health in Melbourne is seeking Registered Nurses with perioperative experience for Anaesthetics, PACU, Scrub/Scout across multiple operating theatres. Roles are part-time or full-time, ongoing, with a rotating 7-day roster and opportunities at Joan Kirner Women’s & Children’s Hospital and Footscray Hospital.

Successful candidates will have perioperative nursing experience, current AHPRA RN registration, and a commitment to high-quality, patient-centred care in a dynamic surgical

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute hospital setting.
• Post-graduate qualification in Perioperative or Peri-Anaesthetic nursing is highly desirable.
• Must be available on a 7-day rotating roster.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and high quality, evidence-based patient care is planned and delivered.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Promote and maintain a positive workplace culture that supports teamwork.

Skills

Perioperative nursing

AHPRA RN

Acute hospital RN

7-day roster

Education

Post-graduate perioperative nursing

Job description

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time

Grade: Grade not specified

Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 8324

• Location:Multiple Western Health sites
• Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Ongoing
• Salary:RN Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Are you a passionate nurse with specialised theatre expertise? Step into a fulfilling career journey with Western Health's Perioperative Services – Anaesthetics, Scrub Scout and PACU. Become a part of our devoted, multidisciplinary Perioperative team as a skilled and experienced Grade 2 Registered Nurse and embrace the diversity of surgical patients and their Perioperative and Peri-anaesthetic journey.

• Ensure safe and high quality, evidence-based patient care is planned and delivered that is in line with Western Health values (Cares - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety), policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure best care for patients.
• Promote andmaintaina positive workplace culture that supports teamwork.
• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute hospital setting.
• Possess excellent Perioperative clinical skills relevant to the campuses you are applying for.
• A commitment to high quality, safe person-centred care.
• Must be available on a 7-day rotating roster(including weekend, afternoon and night shifts).
• A Post-graduate qualification in Perioperative or Peri-Anaesthetic nursing is highly desirable.

IMPORTANT: In your cover letter and application, please clearly specify your theatre specialty.

We have opportunities across:

Registered Nurse - Perioperative (Anaesthetics/PACU/Scrub/Scout)

• Location: Operating Theatre – Joan Kirner Women’s & Children’s Hospital (Sunshine)
• Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time, Ongoing

About the role:

Joan Kirner Theatre are seeking Registered Nurses with Anaesthetics & PACU, Scrub/Scout experience who is able to work in both areas of theatre.

The Joan Kirner Women and Children's (JKWC) Operating Suite features four advanced operating rooms and a procedure room, delivering care for elective and emergency cases, including diverse day and multi-day procedures.

Our specialties encompass obstetrics, gynaecology, plastics, orthopaedic, ENT, and general surgery for both adult and paediatric patients.

About you:

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• A minimum of two years’ full-time or equivalent peri-operative experience.
• Recent experience in an operating suite instrument/circulating or anaesthetic/PACU experience.
• Experience across obstetrics, gynaecology, plastic, orthopaedic, ENT and general surgery for both adult and paediatric patients is highly desired.

Registered Nurse - Perioperative (Anaesthetics, PACU &Scrub/Scout)

• Location: Operating Theatre – Footscray Hospital
• Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time, Ongoing

About the role:

Footscray Theatre is now part of the Peri-operative Services Precinct (PSP) and provides 24-hour emergency and diagnostic services, as well as an elective surgery program from Monday to Friday.

The PSP integrates Operating Suites, Interventional Radiology, Day Surgery and the Cardiac Cath Lab, with 12 theatres/procedure rooms plus Cardiology and Interventional suites.

Stage one recovery consists of 24 bays with integrated admissions and recovery for all patients treated in the precinct.

About you:

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• A minimum of three years’ full-time or equivalent peri-operative experience in minor and major surgery.
• Recent experience in an operating suite instrument/circulating or anaesthetic/PACU experience.
• Experience in orthopaedic, urology, faciomaxillary, ENT, vascular, neurosurgery, and general and colorectal surgery is highly desired.
• Effective organisational skills, with respect to time management and delegation.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team.
• Demonstrated evidence of undertaking professional development activities to maintain and enhance.

Registered Nurse – Perioperative Pool Services (Anaesthetics/PACU/Scrub/Scout)

• Location: Multiple Western Health sites
• Employment Type: Part-Time, Ongoing

About the role:

Our Peri-Op Pool nurses work across all Western Health Operating Theatres – Sunshine, Joan Kirner, Footscray, Williamstown, Bacchus Marsh and Sunbury (Day Procedure only). By joining our Pool service, you will benefit from permanent working hours with the flexibility to work in multiple operating theatre settings.

You will be a part of Western Health’s innovative workforce initiative — Westwards. This model offers the freedom of flexible, short-term clinical assignments within the security of permanent employment, supporting both career progression and the development of future nursing leaders.

About you:

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• A minimum of two years’ full-time or equivalent peri-operative experience in minor and major surgery.

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

Closing date: 11:59pm on 18 November 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact the Nursing & Midwifery Workforce Unit’s Recruitment Team via [e-mail] .

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Applications close Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 11.59pm