Registered Nurse - Theatre and Recovery

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. 

Port Macquarie Private Hospital is now hiring! 

Port Macquarie Private Hospital is an acute Hospital offering medical, surgical and rehabilitation. It has been a leading provider of healthcare for this community for over 40 years. With 72 beds, Port Macquarie Private Hospital offers a comprehensive range of services including Bariatric, Dental, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology Orthopaedic, Plastic Surgery, Urology, Vascular, Day surgery and medical services.

We are seeking skilled perioperative nurses to join the Theatre and Recovery team at Port Macquarie Private Hospital. Working across intraoperative and post-operative care, you will play a key role in ensuring patient safety and clinical excellence throughout the surgical journey. In this dual role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care across both intraoperative scrub/scout duties and post-anaesthetic recovery. Candidates must hold current APHRA registration as an RN, alongside demonstrated clinical experience in a perioperative environment and strong critical thinking skills.

As a member of our clinical team, you will plan, deliver and evaluate patient care with the support and guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse and Shift Leaders, to ensure a high standard of quality service is provided to our patients.

In this role you will:

• Assist with intraoperative patient care, including scrub, scout and circulating duties as required.
• Provide specialised post-operative monitoring and management in the recovery setting, including airway management, haemodynamic monitoring, pain and nausea control.
• Respond to unexpected outcomes and apply problem-solving skills in emergency situations within the perioperative department.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anaesthetists, and the nursing team to achieve safe, efficient patient transitions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with ACORN standards and Ramsay Health Care policy.

About You

You are an experienced perioperative nurse with a solid foundation in theatre and/or recovery nursing and a commitment to patient safety throughout the surgical continuum. You will also demonstrate:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum two (2) years' perioperative nursing experience in theatre or recovery.
• Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, coordinate and evaluate patient care needs in a surgical setting.
• Sound knowledge of infection control principles and ACORN standards.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and a high standard of customer-focused service.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Flexibility to work a rotating 7-day roster, including evenings and weekends.
• Postgraduate qualifications in perioperative nursing will be highly regarded.

What’s in it for You: 

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including: 

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy 

• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more 

• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts 

• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7 

• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services. 

Why Join Ramsay: 

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are: 

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff 

• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally 

• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide. 

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months. 

• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases. 

Apply:  

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Port Macquarie Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online. 

Applications close: 11th September 2026

Reference number: JR11520

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.