Job Description
About the role:
We have a great opportunity for enthusiastic Enrolled Nurses to join our Day Surgery team on a Casual basis. Monday to Friday flexible roster, with occasional weekend shifts available.
Duties and responsibilities:
This role will see you working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary healthcare team to support patient care needs and deliver exceptional clinical outcomes.
• Deliver evidence-based care: Monitor patient wellbeing and administer safe, high-quality treatment tailored to each stage of their hospital stay.
• Prepare for safe surgery: Ensure the facility, equipment and clinical environment are ready to support safe, efficient surgical care.
• Prioritise and monitor patient safety: Maintain clear team communication, assess patient progress, respond promptly to changes or complications, and keep patient safety central to all decisions.
• Support recovery at home: Provide clear education, guidance and reassurance so patients feel confident managing their recovery after discharge.
• Guide and support colleagues: Supervise and support on shift, fostering confidence, teamwork and safe practice.
• Champion improvement: Promote continuous improvement, safety and excellence across all areas of the hospital.
About You:
You have a genuine passion for nursing, providing world-class patient care and adding value to Australian healthcare. You will have:
• Solid experience as a Day Surgery Enrolled Nurse
• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with patients, doctors, staff and other stakeholders
• Solid time management, organisational and communication skills
• Experience in our hospital’s specialties desirable
Culture and Benefits:
At Nexus, caring for our people, patients and employees is at the centre of everything we do. We value our strong team culture and go to great lengths to foster inclusion and engagement across our group.
• Great work/ life balance - Monday to Friday, limited weekend work and no public holidays
• Great discounts with hundreds of national retailers, health insurance, utilities
• Novated Leasing option plus discounts on travel and transport
• Focus on health and wellbeing (inc. Fitness Passport) and Employee Assistance Program
• 12 weeks paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Employee referral bonus
• Free parking and on-site cafe
The Nexus Hospitals Story:
Nexus Hospitals is a leading Australian Private Hospital group that employs over 1300 talented and passionate people across 22 hospitals and 3 support offices. Our PURPOSE is to deliver better healthcare models to all Australians.
We measure our success by improvements in patient outcome and experience, employee engagement, sustainable use of resources, and mutually beneficial partnerships.
About Vermont Private Hospital:
Vermont Private Hospital is a modern purpose-built day surgery/ short stay hospital with excellent facilities, specialising in Ophthalmology, Plastic and Cosmetic surgeries, Orthopaedic, Oral & maxillofacial, Vascular, Interventional Pain Services.
Our hospital includes 5 fully integrated operating theatres, stage 1 and stage 2 recovery areas and a 19 bed overnight ward.
How to apply:
Simply click APPLY to send in your resume and cover letter outlining your availabilities and we'll be in touch. We are a growing and passionate company, and we want those with genuine excitement for healthcare to join us.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, equity and social inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Pre-employment screening
Please note that this position requires pre-employment screening, including:
• a recent criminal history check
• confirmation of Australian working rights
• a working with children or vulnerable people check, in line with the requirements of the relevant state or territory
• evidence of immunisation.
Immunisation and vaccination requirements are aligned with the relevant health standards in each state.
