Registered Nurse - Perioperative
Be part of a welcoming, close-knit team where you’re supported to grow, learn, and truly make a difference every day.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Kurri Kurri District Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ646949
Applications Close: Monday 6th April 2026
About the Role
Kurri Kurri District Hospital is seeking motivated and adaptable Registered Nurses to join our perioperative team. This role offers the opportunity to work across all areas of the operating theatre, supporting a diverse surgical caseload with a strong focus on ophthalmology.
You will be responsible for delivering safe, high-quality perioperative care, with the flexibility to work across multiple roles including scrub and scout. Nurses are expected to actively contribute to maintaining departmental standards through regular checks and adherence to quality assurance processes.
This is an ideal opportunity for a skilled perioperative nurse who enjoys working in a small, collaborative team and is committed to continuous learning and professional development.
Where You’ll Be Working
KKDH is a small, specialised health facility performing over 3,000 theatre cases annually, primarily in ophthalmology, as well as minor ENT and general surgical procedures.
The hospital operates a single theatre supported by a close-knit team of highly skilled nurses. The environment fosters teamwork, skill diversification, and a strong focus on patient-centred care.
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
★ Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
★ Recent experience in a perioperative setting, with exposure to scrub and/or scout roles highly regarded
★ Flexibility and willingness to work across all areas of the operating theatre
★ A commitment to ongoing professional development, including upskilling within the perioperative environment
★ Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
★ Sound clinical judgement, critical thinking, and the ability to respond to changing clinical situations
★ An understanding of quality improvement principles and a proactive approach to maintaining clinical standards
★ Postgraduate qualifications in perioperative nursing (or working towards) will be highly considered
What We Offer
• No on-call requirements
• Monday to Friday roster with AM and PM shifts only (no weekend work)
• Supportive team environment with strong clinical leadership
• Access to Clinical Nurse Specialists, Clinical Nurse Educators, Team Leaders and Site Nurse Manager
• Opportunities to upskill across all perioperative roles
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
The Perks
✅ Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅ Paid parental leave to support your next big chapter (for eligible employees)
✅ Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Need more information?
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- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Joann Cawthorne on joann.cawthorne@invalidemail.com
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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