Registered Nurse (Perioperative)

Position Title: Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
Company Name: Mildura Health Private Hospital
Location: Mildura, Victoria, 3500, Australia
Salary: $90,955.28 – $108,838.08 per annum, exclusive of superannuation
Work Type: Full-time, 38 hours per week
Industry: Healthcare

About the Role:
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Perioperative Registered Nurse to join our team at Mildura Health Private Hospital in Mildura, Victoria. This role involves the delivery of safe, patient-centered perioperative care across a range of surgical procedures. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in preparing theatres, supporting surgeons and anesthetists, and ensuring exceptional patient safety and outcomes throughout the surgical journey.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing surgical and procedural interventions.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care throughout the perioperative journey.
• Perform Scrub/Scout, Anaesthetic and/or Recovery nursing duties within scope of practice.
• Prepare operating theatres, equipment, instruments and consumables for surgical procedures.
• Assist surgeons, anaesthetists and multidisciplinary teams during procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and patient records.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards, including aseptic technique.
• Participate in surgical safety processes including patient identification, consent verification and procedural time-outs.
• Manage and care for specialised surgical equipment and instrumentation.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in Perioperative Nursing
• Qualification equivalent to an Australian Bachelor Degree
• Proven experience in Perioperative Nursing
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Why Join Us:
At Mildura Health Private Hospital, we’re more than just a healthcare provider - we’re a close-knit, compassionate team delivering exceptional, person-centered care. Owned by Mildura Health Fund, our not-for-profit hospital has proudly served the region since 1985. With 56 beds and state-of-the-art facilities - including newly developed operating theatres; the ICON Cancer Centre; and the recently completed Dr Julie Zrna Centre - we combine progressive medical practices with a warm, home-like environment for both patients and staff.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected], or through the online application link.

Applications Close: 1st October 2026