RN - Bathurst - Surgical

JPS Recruitment Group; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Bathurst Base Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse with surgical experience to join their team on a 10-week contract from 9 November 2026 to 18 January 2027. Based in Bathurst, you will contribute to a busy surgical unit and work alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive environment.

The role requires current AHPRA registration and proven perioperative skills. You will collaborate with the surgical team to deliver patient-centred care, maintain infection control standards, and document

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration
• Surgical nursing experience in hospital or acute care setting
• Able to work effectively within a surgical team and respond to clinical priorities
• Familiarity with surgical protocols, infection control standards, and clinical documentation

Skills

Surgical nursing experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Infection control knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent

Post-graduate perioperative nursing qualification

AHPRA Registration

First Aid/ALS certification

Job description

Bathurst Base Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse with surgical experience to join their team on a 10-week contract from 9 November 2026 to 18 January 2027. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a busy surgical unit in a regional healthcare setting, working alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive environment.

• 10-week contract role in a surgical setting at a regional hospital
• Work with an established surgical team in a structured, supportive environment
• Based in Bathurst, with clear start and end dates for planning and flexibility

Preferred Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse qualification with AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated surgical nursing experience in a hospital or acute care setting
• Ability to work effectively within a surgical team and respond to clinical priorities
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to patient care
• Familiarity with surgical protocols, infection control standards, and clinical documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, with current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Post-graduate qualification or demonstrated experience in perioperative nursing
• Current First Aid or Advanced Life Support certification