Registered Nurse - Perioperative

Your role at St John of God Ballarat

We are seeking applications from Registered Nurses & Enrolled Nurses to join our Perioperative Services Main Theatre on a casual basis.

Hours will be rostered

Monday to Friday with a combination of day and afternoon shifts.

As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for the provision of comprehensive patient care and provide supervision for Graduate Registered Nurses, Nursing Affiliates and Nurse Students to ensure planned nursing interventions are appropriate and implemented. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Enrolled Nurse delivers quality evidence-based nursing care within their scope of practice.

The Position

Registered Nurse

• Interview and examine the patient, documenting the assessment findings.
• Whilst promoting an environment of confidence, confidentiality and respect, identify through discussion with the patient, family and relevant others, actual and potential problems.
• Assess and document the anticipated needs of the patient and family during and following hospitalisation.
• Routinely monitor the results of diagnostic procedures and investigations.
• Assist in the assessing of complicated nursing problems guiding Graduate Nurses, Nursing Affiliates and Nursing Students as needed.

Enrolled Nurse

• Responsible for planning and implementing nursing care to meet the physical and emotional needs of the patient.
• Consider the needs of the patient for an attractive, comfortable and safe environment.
• Whilst promoting an atmosphere of confidence, confidentiality and respect, assist and maintain a high standard of care by assisting the patient with activities of daily living and encouraging appropriate self-care.
• Prepare and care for patients receiving specialised treatments for which the nurse is appropriately prepared

Successful applicants will be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse, a demonstrated commitment to quality patient care and satisfaction, along with well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills.

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

We can offer you

• Hourly rate: RN $51.70 to $65.25 (inclusive of casual loading) plus 12% superannuation
• Hourly rate: EN $40.77 to $53.80 (inclusive of casual loading) plus 12% superannuation
• Casual positions available
• As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
• 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
• Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

For enquiries contact Jacque Greenwood, Manager Perioperative Services on (03) 5320 2104.

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

Please note: If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes.

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.