Registered Nurse - Anaesthetic & Recovery

 Are you a highly motivated and experienced Anaesthetic Registered Nurse looking for your next position with flexible rostering options?

• Flexible shift opportunities
• Inclusive, values-led workplace focused on excellence and safety
• Deliver outstanding patient care within a dedicated team

 
About the role:

Latrobe Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Anaesthetic Registered Nurse to join our Perioperative Team on a permanent part-time basis. You will play a key role within a supportive team in ensuring high levels of patient care is provided.

We offer ongoing professional development, education and support to help you thrive in your career.

About Us:

La Trobe Private Hospital is a newly redeveloped medical and surgical hospital facility located in leafy Bundoora. A recent expansion of clinical services at La Trobe Private Hospital is helping us meet the growing healthcare needs of Melbourne's northern communities. With state-of-the-art operating theatres and a focus on key specialties including Orthopaedics and Urology, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and providing a positive workplace culture for our staff. As part of La Trobe University's City of the Future precinct, we also contribute to outstanding nursing and allied health education, medical research and specialist training opportunities.

Our Hospital at a Glance:

• Expanded surgical services including Orthopaedics, Urology, General Surgery and Plastic Surgery
• Four modern operating theatres
• Premium on-site consulting suites
• Dedicated day surgery admission area
• On-site imaging and pathology services

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for surgery, prepare anaesthesia equipment, assist in anaesthesia administration
• Provide patient care and recovery and monitor vital signs post-op
• Provide evidence-based care, ensuring patient and staff safety
• Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team
• Contribute to efficient theatre operations and positive patient flow outcomes

Essential Criteria:

• Current unrestricted registration with AHPRA and Working with Children’s Check
• Working rights within Australia
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Anaesthetics and Recovery
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to changing clinical demands
• Confidence to liaise with and support VMOs
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and clinical excellence
• Excellent communication, teamwork and time management skills

Desirable Criteria:

• Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing or working towards completion
• Knowledge of ACORN standards and guidelines

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

 You'll also benefit from:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
•  Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Applications close: 10 September 2026


To apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to Justin Flestado on 03 9473 8846 or via email at justin.flestado1@healthscope.com.au
Please include a cover letter, current CV and the contact details of two professional referees.

If you are successful in the role, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant registered nursing experience against the current Healthscope and VICNMA/ANMF- VIC Nurse and Midwives' -Enterprise Agreement 2025, a salary ranging from $1,536.17 - $2,040.52 per week

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker. 

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