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o Supportive work environment
o Professional development opportunities
We are seeking passionate and experienced Registered Nurses – Scrub Scout to join the Perioperative team on a Full-Time basis. In this fast-paced and varied environment you will bring your experience and take pride in your work, have a friendly and positive work attitude and a commitment to customer satisfaction.
As a Registered Nurse - Scrub Scout your responsibilities will include:
o Deliver safe, researched-based standards of nursing care
o Undertake peri-operative nursing care in accordance with legislation
o Liaise with the multi-disciplinary team including the Surgical Consultant, Fellows, Registrar, and Allied Health to achieve excellence in patient’s clinical outcomes and hospital experience
o Ensure patient and staff safety
o Proactively assess the operative nursing care provided to ensure the best possible outcome is achieved for the patient
o Document into the patient's medical record objectively, clearly, concisely and timely using accepted abbreviations and terminology
About the Company
The hospital is located on the fringe of Newcastle, close to beaches and the Hunter Valley and is close to the Pacific Motorway, vineyards and university. The hospital is an 83 bed facility which offers a variety of surgical, medical and rehabilitation services.
About You
o Current Registration with AHPRA
o Minimum 3 years experience as an RN in a perioperative setting
o Experience in Neurosurgery, Cardiac and Vascular (Desirable)
o Post Graduate Certificate in Perioperative Nursing (or working towards)
o Compliance with ACQSHC National standards
o Commitment to quality patient care
o Works independently and within a team
o Exceptional time management and organisational skills
o Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
o Strong problem solving and analytical skills
o Exceptional computer skills
Benefits
o A positive work-life balance
o Great opportunities for ongoing professional development