About the role
Mater Private Hospital Brisbane Perioperative Unit is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Registered Nurses with Scrub/Scout experience to work within the theatres.
Roles on offer are permanent opportunities available with an immediate start. The successful candidates will be required to work across a 7-day roster including, early and late shifts, weekends and public holidays and participating in an on call overnight roster (please note night shifts are not a requirement of this role however you are required to participate in a rotational on call overnight roster).
The Perioperative Unit specialises in general, gynaecology, robotics, plastics, urology, vascular, Orthopaedics (including spine) and neurosurgery. As a highly valued member of the team you will be part of a group of professionals who take pride in providing the highest levels of patient care. The team is supportive, approachable, and patient-focused, and provides excellent training and development opportunities.
Salary range: $41.47 - $53.30 per hour plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you’ll be doing
Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit you will be responsible for:
- Prepare and organize the operating room before surgical procedures, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are readily available
- Assist the surgical team by passing instruments, sponges, and other supplies during procedures
- Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout the surgical process to prevent infection
- Collaborate with the surgical team to anticipate and respond to the needs of the surgeon, ensuring a seamless workflow
- Monitor and assess patient vital signs before, during, and after surgery, providing immediate intervention if necessary
- Document accurate and comprehensive surgical records, ensuring patient confidentiality and compliance with regulatory standards
- Act as a patient advocate, ensuring their comfort, safety, and wellbeing throughout the surgical experience
- Continuously update your knowledge and skills through professional development opportunities, staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in surgical nursing practices
About you
You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic and supportive unit.
Other skills and experience include:
- Current AHPRA nursing registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
- At least 3 years’ recent Scrub/Scout experience
- Ability to work in an ever-changing and fast paced environment
- A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels
- Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision making skills
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is always delivered to patients at all times
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
- Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
- Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
- Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
- Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
- Access to on-site, discounted parking
- Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues
Applications close Saturday 9th November 2024. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.
