Job Description
Your role at St John of God Murdoch Hospital
As a Registered Nurse (PACU) you will be responsible for the provision of a high standard of patient care in a safe and effective manner. You will assess and monitor patients post-anaesthesia, ensuring airway, breathing, circulation, and vital signs remain stable while identifying and responding to any complications. The role includes managing pain and post-operative symptoms, provide airway support as required, maintain patient safety, communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, document care accurately, and prepare patients for safe discharge or transfer while offering reassurance and support.
SJG Murdoch Hospital now have 18 operating theatres, angio suite, endoscopy unit and Surgicentre. You will be exposed to the latest in surgical technology, including robotics, and work with some of the highest calibre surgeons in Australia who are usually based onsite in our consulting suites.
Our Clinical Command Centre is the hub that oils the theatre machine, with information feeding into and out of a central location to co-ordinate patient flow, equipment and available beds in recovery and on the wards. Our super-organised CCC Team know exactly where patients are up to on their theatre journey at all times.
With a strong focus on professional development, we believe in providing opportunities to grow and develop our caregivers who are looking to advance their career pathway and reach their full potential. If you are passionate about delivering a high standard of patient centred care and want to advance your career, we would love to hear from you.
The Position
Maintain and develop clinical skills in order to care for patients appropriate to level of competence.
Deliver a high standard of patient care utilizing appropriate resources cost effectively.
Adhere to and support hospital policies, procedures and standards.
Act as the patient’s advocate and facilitate the rights of individuals.
Provide patient education and act as a resource where appropriate.
Participate in a multidisciplinary team approach to patient care through the continuum of care in recovery.
Prioritise workload using resources effectively.
Provide supervision to Enrolled Nurses, students and PCAs as required
You will hold registration with Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse. You will demonstrate commitment to quality patient care and satisfaction, along with well developed interpersonal and relationship building skills.
To succeed you will have an ability to work effectively and harmoniously within the multi-disciplinary health care team, with a commitment to ongoing education and professional development. Minimum 2 years previous theatre/PACU experience within a hospital environment and postgraduate qualification will be highly regarded.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer
Salary: $82,945 to $106,630 (pro rata for part-time), plus 12% superannuation
Casual Rate: $52.30 to $67.24 per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12 % superannuation
Two permanent full-time positions, working 38 hours per week
Part-time and casual positions also available
6, 8 or 10 hour rotational roster
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 & well-being programs
Access to gym membership, fitness and wellbeing benefits through
Fitness Passport
for you and your family.
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Innovative Professional Development opportunities
Travel Green allowance. If you walk, carpool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per year
All applicants are asked to submit a current CV and covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.
For enquiries contact Caroline Maffescioni, Clinical Nurse Manager, on (08) 9438 9493
Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly. Apply today!
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.
