Introduction / Transition to Perioperative Nursing Practice Program- Anaesthetics & PACU – John Fawkner Private Hospital

• Join Australia’s only national private hospital operator
• Grow your career with this exciting development opportunity
• Multiple roles available Nationally across Healthscope  

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse (RN)  interested in transitioning your career to work in Theatres? Healthscope are offering an exciting opportunity to train as a Perioperative Nurse, specialising in Anaesthetics & PACU.

About us

John Fawkner Private Hospital is located in the north-west suburbs of Melbourne, with close proximity to public transport. With 186 registered beds, an emergency department, 5 operating theatres, 12 bed Critical Care Complex and a busy day surgery/endoscopy unit the hospital provides a wide range of services to its community.

The hospital specialises in bariatric surgery, vascular surgery, neurosurgery orthopaedics, general surgery, general medicine, oncology, cardiology, urology, plastic surgery, ENT, and gynaecology.

About the role:

Healthscope provides amazing experiences for nurses aspiring to gain specialisation in Theatres. Through a contemporary market leading career pathway program, designed to accelerate qualifications whilst providing a nurtured and supported learning environment, with guaranteed employment and commitment to your ongoing development.

This opportunity will see you join our team on a full time basis. We have designed a market leading 12-week Introduction to Perioperative Nursing (Anaesthetics & PACU) program. Where you will:

• Be partnered with highly experienced Theatre Clinical Facilitator/s who are dedicated in supporting your development
• Experience a blended learning program which is focused on on-the-job training and supported by comprehensive Training Materials and Coaching
• If you are high performing and stay with us for 12mths+, we will continue to invest in your on-going growth by supporting you to complete a Post Graduate Certificate in Perioperative Nursing 

The program will commence in June 2024 for 12 weeks with ongoing permanent employment post successful course completion.

About you:

• 12+ months’ experience post registration in Acute Care
• Current APHRA registration
• Have a Working with Children Check or be willing to get one
• Motivated to drive your career with a desire to transition into Theatre
• Sound clinical decision making and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work well independently and within a team
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement

Remuneration:

• This position will be paid in accordance with Healthscope - Victoria - Nurses' and Midwives' Agreement 2021-2025 and will pay between $35.33 - $47.26 per hour

About 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. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.

As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for. Healthscope opens the door to endless opportunities for our people, giving them the flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.

We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development and education and support our people to grow and flourish securely. 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.

While our hospital network is vast, Healthscope is a family. We support each other, we share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

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

To Apply:  Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to 

More Information:  Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. 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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John Fawkner Private Hospital, Melbourne

John Fawkner Private Hospital, Melbourne

John Fawkner Private Hospital, Melbourne