Employment Type: Permanent Part Time; Permanent Full Time Hours per fortnight: 144 Job Category: Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1) Req Id: 2079 An exciting opportunity exists to join Operating Services at Barwon Health Main Theatre Anaesthetic and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit team.
Enjoy a rewarding position in a supportive team environment! Permanent full-time and part-time opportunities available.
About Barwon Health: Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance.
Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care.
We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites.
Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About the facility: Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the Mc Kellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region.
Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
Operating Services at University Geelong Main theatre offers a round-the-clock service with ten operating theatres.
Beyond elective surgeries, the department handles semi-urgent and emergency procedures.
Specialities encompass Cardiothoracic, ENT, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Oral Faciomaxillary, Plastics, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, Urology, Vascular and Robotic Surgery.
About the Role: The Registered Anaesthetics and PACU Nurse is responsible for the provision of patient-focused nursing care to those assigned to him/her, in order to achieve desired clinical outcomes.
You will work with and provide support to innovative teams who strive to maintain knowledge and excellence.
Our dedicated teams pride themselves on providing high-quality patient-centered care in an environment that has modern, well-equipped facilities.
You will find Operating Services to be a rewarding and challenging workplace with support given for professional development and ongoing learning.
Have excellent time management, communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate sound clinical knowledge and excellent clinical skills.
Provide evidence-based, high-quality patient care.
Deliver consumer-centred care that meets best practice standards and in line with Barwon Health requirements.
Previous Anaesthetic and PACU experience is highly desirable.
About the culture: You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high-quality services.
We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace.
Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.
Barwon Health staff benefits: Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
Attractive salary packaging benefits.
Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.
About Geelong: Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.
Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes.
Geelong is home to world-class schools and education providers.
It is the doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast.
Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes.
Diversity and Inclusion: We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion.
We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
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If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you.
This role must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health immunisation policy.
Contact person: Dean Grundell Email: Phone: (03) 4215 1808 Application closing date: 30 September 2024 Position Description: #J-18808-Ljbffr
