Casual Registered Nurse – Anaesthetics/PACU

St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne

Casual Registered Nurse delivering anaesthetic and PACU care across St Vincent’s Melbourne hospitals. Supporting theatre teams and patient recovery across four clinical sites.

Posted 8/21/2026part-timeMelbourne • 🇦🇺 AustraliaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates high-level clinical nursing care within Anaesthetics and Recovery, with a strong focus on patient safety and collaborative teamwork. Holds current AHPRA registration and is adaptable to various work environments across multiple hospital sites.

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Anaesthetics ExperienceRecovery ExperienceCurrent AHPRA RegistrationClinical Decision-MakingExcellent Communication

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Hard Skills

Clinical Nursing CarePatient SafetyProblem-SolvingTeam CollaborationFlexibility in Work Hours

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationCohesive Team Member

Certifications & Qualifications

AHPRA RegistrationPostgraduate Qualifications in Anaesthetics

Industry Keywords

Patient-Focused CareHealth ScreeningImmunisation PolicyCriminal Record CheckChild Protection Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide support to the Theatre team within the Allocation Unit
Work with Specialist Anaesthetists and Nurses
Provide high-level clinical nursing care
Work collaboratively in a patient-focused team
Support patient safety, well-being and recovery
Work across St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne sites in Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 2 years of experience within Anaesthetics/Recovery
Current AHPRA registration
Postgraduate qualifications in this specialty are desirable
Excellent written and verbal communication
Sound clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills
Ability to work as a cohesive team member
Flexibility in work hours
Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and form part of the selection criteria
Compliance with SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy
Mandatory immunisations/vaccinations may be required, including flu vaccinations
Cover letter and resume required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take home pay!)
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Option to join the workplace giving program, Give4Good
Work-life balance with options to purchase additional leave
Staff discount on hospital admissions to any SVHA Private Hospital
Professional advancement opportunities
Respectful, collaborative and learning environment
6, 8 and 10 hour shift options