Registered Nurse - Theatres - Perm FT or PT
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- Registered Nurse
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- REQ658613 Requisition #
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- Apr 28, 2026 Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ658613
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week
Remuneration: $37.48 - $52.62 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Applications close: 17/05/26
Contact: Janine Lajch - Nurse Manager - Perioperative Services on Janine.Lajch@health.nsw.gov.au
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
Join the Operating Theatres team at Liverpool Hospital and be part of a collaborative, high performing environment where high quality perioperative care makes a real difference to patient outcomes.
- Work within a busy and supportive Scrub/Scout team committed to safe, compassionate, and culturally responsive care
- Contribute to surgical excellence across a broad range of specialties, including cardiac and cardiothoracic procedures
- Prepare and maintain operating theatre environments to support patient safety and surgical efficiency
- Anticipate surgical and patient needs throughout the perioperative journey
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, and multidisciplinary teams. Deliver care aligned with evidence based practice and NSW Health standards. Make a meaningful impact on patient wellbeing in a fast paced, rewarding clinical setting
Are You the Right Fit?
You are a committed, professional, and team focused Scrub/Scout nurse who enjoys working in fast paced surgical environments and is driven by high standards of patient care.
You bring:
- Recent experience working in operating theatres or a relevant surgical setting
- Scrub and/or Scout experience, with exposure to cardiac nursing or cardiac surgical environments welcomed
- Strong ability to prepare operating rooms and surgical setups in line with surgeon preference cards and clinical standards
- A clear commitment to culturally responsive, safe, and compassionate care
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- A professional, respectful approach to teamwork and conflict resolution.
- Sound clinical judgement, critical thinking, and evidence based decision making
What we offer:
- A supportive and inclusive team culture
- Opportunities to work across diverse surgical specialties
- Access to ongoing professional development, clinical education, and wellbeing programs
If you’re looking to strengthen your perioperative career and be part of a team delivering surgical excellence at Liverpool Hospital, we encourage you to apply.
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.
- Please describe your experience working in an operating theatre environment as a Scrub and/or Scout nurse
Provide an example of how you have worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, culturally responsive, and high quality perioperative care.
If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
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 SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au
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.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
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
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
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.
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
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
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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