Registered Nurse - Perioperative Services - Perm PT or Casual
Requisition ID: REQ672736
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (24 hours per week) or Casual, up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $40.02 - $56.19 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Bowral & District Hospital - Perioperative Department
Applications close: 05/07/2026
Contact: Vanessa Baxter - A/ Nurse Unit Manager, Perioperative Services Department on 02 4861 0264 | [email protected]
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Are you an experienced Anaesthetic/Scrub/Scout Nurse looking for the opportunity to strengthen your skillset across all perioperative disciplines in a supportive learning environment? The Peri-Operative Services at Bowral and District Hospital are seeking dedicated, hardworking and experienced perioperative Registered Nurses to join our vibrant team. Permanent Part-time & Casual positions are available.
The team you will be joining is highly supportive and is dedicated to investing in your growth and development, while fostering an exceptional and collaborative team culture. You will have great mentors in the role and be working with a diverse and multicultural team who work closely to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are looking for someone who is a positive contributor in a team environment and who has a personable outlook to their work. The ideal candidate will be someone who is flexible and dynamic in their skills and who has previous scrub, scout or anaesthetic theatre experience. Your attention to detail and drive for excellence is evident in all areas of your work as you share your perioperative nursing skills with our team, and take on the challenge of learning new skills that you may not yet have and furthering your own professional growth.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated recent experience as a Registered Nurse in a perioperative setting, with the ability to provide safe, compassionate, and culturally responsive care across scrub, scout, anaesthetics, or recovery nursing.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centred care, while maintaining professionalism and contributing positively to team culture.
- Demonstrated critical thinking and ability to apply evidence-based practice to deliver safe and effective perioperative nursing care.
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Demonstrated understanding of, and participation in risk management, work health and safety, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and workplace safety.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
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How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
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Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?
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Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
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Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
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Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
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Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
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Temporary Positions
Temporary visa holders may be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
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Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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