Registered Nurse - Scrub/Scout

St John of God Bendigo Hospital; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work options

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

St John of God Bendigo Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse – Scrub Scout to join our Perioperative team on a permanent full-time or part-time basis. A minimum of two years’ Scrub Scout experience within perioperative care is required, with strong aseptic technique and patient safety focus.

The role involves preparing theatres, supporting surgical procedures, maintaining sterile environments and collaborating with surgeons and anaesthetists to deliver high-quality care across the

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of two years’ recent Scrub Scout experience in a perioperative/operating theatre environment.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing practices, aseptic technique and infection prevention and control.
• Well-developed clinical assessment, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to anticipate surgical team requirements and respond confidently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality and patient-centred care throughout the perioperative journey.
• Undertake Scrub Scout duties across a range of surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating theatres, instruments, equipment and supplies per procedural and clinical requirements.
• Maintain aseptic technique and infection prevention standards.
• Anticipate needs of the surgical team and provide effective assistance during procedures.
• Complete surgical counts and ensure compliance with policies and patient safety requirements.
• Monitor patient safety during the perioperative period and escalate concerns as needed.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists and perioperative colleagues to support theatre operations.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure effective handover.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and clinical governance.

Skills

AHPRA registered nurse

Scrub Scout experience

Perioperative nursing

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

Permanent

3d ago , from St John of God Health Care Inc

St John of God Bendigo Hospital is a leading private hospital in regional Victoria, providing high-quality care across a comprehensive range of medical and surgical specialties. With 167 beds, modern facilities and advanced surgical technology, including robotic-assisted surgery, the hospital provides an excellent environment for nurses to develop their clinical expertise alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse – Scrub Scout to join our Perioperative team at St John of God Bendigo Hospital on a permanent full-time or part-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse with a minimum of two years’ experience in a Scrub Scout role to join a supportive and collaborative team, delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care throughout the surgical journey.

Working within our operating theatres, you will play an integral role in supporting surgical procedures, maintaining a safe and sterile environment, and ensuring the efficient preparation and delivery of perioperative care. You will work closely with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes for patients.

If you are a confident and adaptable perioperative nurse with strong clinical skills, sound judgement and a commitment to clinical excellence, we would love to hear from you.

Make your next career move and join our dedicated Perioperative team at St John of God Bendigo Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality and 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 strict adherence to infection prevention and control standards.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and provide effective assistance throughout procedures.
• Complete surgical counts and ensure compliance with relevant policies, protocols and patient safety requirements.
• Monitor patient safety throughout the perioperative period, identifying and escalating any 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.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
• A minimum of two years’ 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.

Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

The Benefits:

• Salary: $85,480 - $107,881 (pro rata for part time), plus12% superannuation
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
  • Novated leasing
  • work related expenses
  • self-education and
  • additional superannuation
• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
• Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
• Innovative Professional Development opportunities
• Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts

For enquiries contact Alanna Sheehan | Nurse Unit Manager on (03) 5434 3***

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well‑being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.