Transition to Perioperative Practice Program – Anaesthetics/PACU RN
Step Into Perioperative Nursing – Join Belmont Hospital’s Operating Theatre Team
Remuneration: $36.39 - $51.09 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until Feb 2027
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ603043
Location: Belmont Hospital
Applications Close: Monday 13th October 2025
Where you’ll be working
Belmont Hospital’s Operating Suite is a busy and rewarding environment, comprising of four operating theatres that run Monday to Friday. Shifts are staggered between 0700 and 1930, giving you both variety and the balance to enjoy life outside of work.
We pride ourselves on our collaborative and professional culture, where open communication, mutual respect, and patient-centred care are always at the forefront. Our team thrives on teamwork, continuous improvement, and sharing knowledge—making Belmont an excellent place to grow and thrive.
About the role
As a Registered Nurse in Anaesthetics or PACU, you’ll play an essential role in ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate perioperative care. This is a role for nurses who enjoy being hands-on, thinking quickly, and making a tangible difference in patients’ lives during critical moments.
You’ll be supported by a skilled multidisciplinary team across a range of surgical specialties, working in an environment that values both your professional growth and your wellbeing.
About you
You’re a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse ready to step into the fast-paced world of perioperative nursing. With the completion of a Transition New Graduate Program or equivalent in an acute care setting, you bring a solid foundation of skills and a commitment to continuous growth.
You deliver care with professionalism and integrity, maintaining clear ethical boundaries while working closely with a multidisciplinary team. Evidence-based practice and critical thinking guide your decisions, and you take pride in advocating for patients, ensuring their care is individualised and person-centred.
Colleagues know you as approachable and personable, someone who communicates effectively, resolves conflicts with respect, and contributes positively to team culture. You’re eager to share your knowledge and professional expertise to lift the standard of care for patients and support those around you.
Our successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to a career in perioperative nursing with excellent communication an advocacy skills, and a strong work ethic.
- Be a team player, highly organised with strong attention to detail, while being flexible and adaptable to meet dynamic service requirements.
- Take initiative and responsibility for own professional development and be comfortable with constructive feedback.
- Possess emotional intelligence and a growth mindset.
Requirements
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Completion of a 12 month New Graduate Program, or equivalent experience, in an acute care hospital.
- Commitment to infection control, safety, and quality patient care
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Availability to work Monday to Friday is required
Transition to Perioperative Practice Program
Belmont Hospital’s Transition to Perioperative Practice Program offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career as a Registered Nurse. This program provides a structured pathway into perioperative nursing, equipping you with the essential knowledge and clinical skills to deliver safe and effective patient care. It’s fast-paced, hands-on, and endlessly rewarding, offering the chance to grow while making a real impact on patients at their most vulnerable moments.
The NSW Ministry of Health Transition to Perioperative Practice Program, designed to support your journey into Anaesthetics and PACU nursing. The program includes:
- Resource manuals and clinical skills training
- Supported professional development days
- Simulation Belmont Hospital’s Transition to Perioperative Practice Program offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career as a Registered Nurse. This program provides a structured pathway into perioperative nursing, equipping you with the essential knowledge and clinical skills to deliver safe and effective patient care.centre courses
- Preceptorship and supernumerary clinical time
What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Donna Hopley on Donna.Hopley@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies
Hunter New England Health 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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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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