Registered Nurse - Scrub Scout

Lake Macquarie Private Hospital; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Employee rewards

Dental benefits

Flexible rostering

Job summary

Lake Macquarie Private Hospital in Sydney seeks an experienced Scrub Scout Nurse to join our Operating Theatre team on a permanent full-time basis. You will provide high-quality perioperative nursing care and support the surgical team throughout procedures.

The role requires AHPRA registration, at least 12 months post-registration experience, and Scrub Scout experience. You will work with surgeons, anaesthetists and the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety, aseptic technique and

Qualifications

• Must hold AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 12 months post-registration nursing experience.
• Experience in Scrub Scout role within operating theatre.
• Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing, infection prevention and aseptic technique.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Commitment to patient safety, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care across the perioperative journey.
• Undertake Scrub Scout duties and support surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating theatres and instruments for procedures.
• Assist surgeons and multidisciplinary team during operations.
• Monitor patient safety and respond to changing clinical needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and policy compliance.
• Uphold infection prevention and aseptic standards.
• Support efficient theatre workflows and team communication.

Skills

AHPRA RN

Perioperative nursing

Scrub Scout experience

Infection prevention

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join our Operating Theatre team as a Scrub Scout Nurse on a permanent full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your perioperative nursing expertise within a supportive team, delivering safe, high-quality patient care throughout the surgical journey. Working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will play an important role in ensuring efficient theatre operations and positive patient outcomes.

As a Scrub Scout Nurse, you will provide high-quality perioperative nursing care, supporting patients and the surgical team throughout procedures. You will play an integral role in maintaining patient safety, upholding clinical standards and ensuring the smooth operation of the operating theatre.

About You

You are a dedicated nursing professional with demonstrated experience in perioperative nursing, particularly in the Scrub Scout role. You have sound clinical knowledge, strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operating theatre environment.

You are confident working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, demonstrate excellent communication and clinical judgement, and are committed to maintaining high standards of patient safety and care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to patients throughout the perioperative journey.
• Undertake Scrub Scout duties, maintaining aseptic technique and supporting surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating theatres, surgical instruments and equipment in readiness for procedures.
• Assist surgeons and the multidisciplinary team during surgical procedures.
• Monitor patient safety and respond appropriately to changing clinical needs.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Maintain infection prevention and control standards, including aseptic technique.
• Support efficient theatre workflows and effective communication across the multidisciplinary team.

You Will Also Bring

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
• A minimum of 12 months' post-registration nursing experience.
• Demonstrated experience in a Scrub Scout role within an operating theatre.
• Sound knowledge of perioperative nursing practices, infection prevention and aseptic technique.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative and professional approach, with a commitment to patient safety and quality care.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Remuneration

On offer is a base hourly rate of $40.24–$56.52 + superannuation, based on experience and applicable classification, exclusive of penalties and allowances (Ramsay Health Care NSW Nurses and Midwives Enterprise Agreement, Registered Nurse Level 1, Years 1–8)

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your careerwith recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every daywith Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mindwith lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balancethrough flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home paythrough novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.