Registered Nurse - Anaesthetic

Cairns Private Hospital in tropical Cairns in Far North Queensland, Australia, is a modern, well-equipped facility which offers a comprehensive range of medical and allied services. Situated only 150 metres back from the Cairns Esplanade, the Hospital is easy walking distance from the heart of the tourist mecca of Cairns. 

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. 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. 

Cairns Private Hospital is now hiring!

Are you a passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking to make a difference in a friendly and collaborative environment?

Join the dedicated clinical team at Cairns Private Hospital as a Full-Time Registered Nurse – Anaesthetic. As a member of our clinical team, you will plan, evaluate and deliver high-quality care to patients with the support and guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse and Shift Leaders.

Working within the perioperative environment, you will provide safe, patient-centred care throughout the anaesthetic journey while working closely with anaesthetists, surgeons and the broader multidisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to further develop your anaesthetic nursing expertise within a supportive and dynamic theatre environment.

About You

You are a dedicated Registered Nurse with recent experience in a large acute hospital environment and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. You have confident communication and interpersonal skills, sound clinical judgement and the ability to work effectively in a busy perioperative environment.

You are passionate about providing safe, high-quality care and enjoy working collaboratively with patients, families, anaesthetists, surgeons and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality, patient-centred nursing care.
• Provide safe and effective nursing care throughout the anaesthetic and perioperative journey.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of anaesthetic care within your scope of practice.
• Monitor patients throughout anaesthesia and recognise and respond appropriately to changes in their clinical condition.
• Prepare, check and maintain anaesthetic equipment, machines, ventilators and associated equipment.
• Assist with airway management and ensure appropriate emergency equipment is available and functioning.
• Support patients receiving regional and/or epidural anaesthesia where required.
• Assist with paediatric anaesthesia and care where appropriately trained and competent.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with relevant policies and procedures.
• Ensure anaesthetic equipment and clinical areas are appropriately prepared, stocked and maintained.
• Work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons, nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Promote patient safety, infection prevention and high standards of clinical practice.
• Participate in ongoing education, training and professional development.

You Will Also Bring

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Relevant nursing degree.
• Minimum 12 months' recent experience working in a large acute hospital – essential.
• Previous experience in anaesthetic nursing, theatre or perioperative nursing is highly regarded.
• Experience in anaesthesia monitoring and use of anaesthetic equipment.
• Knowledge of anaesthesia machines and anaesthetic ventilators.
• Experience with regional and/or epidural anaesthesia is desirable.
• Paediatric anaesthesia experience is highly regarded.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Exceptional customer service and a strong patient-centred approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to work a 7-day rotating roster.
• On-call requirements.
• Commitment to teamwork, patient safety and ongoing professional development.

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 proof of immunisation against infectious diseases. 

Apply:

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

Applications close: 10th September 2026

Reference number: JR115279 

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.