Perioperative Nurse (RN/EN)

Job Description

Maryborough District Health Service is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse to join our Perioperative team. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and collaborative environment while delivering high-quality care in a respected rural healthcare provider in Victoria.

If you’re passionate about patient safety, teamwork, and clinical excellence, this role offers both professional development and meaningful community impact.

About the Role

In this role, you will be part of a skilled perioperative team delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred care across surgical services. You will work closely with multidisciplinary professionals to ensure positive patient outcomes throughout the perioperative journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based care in the perioperative setting
• Support patients before, during, and after surgical procedures
• Collaborate with surgeons, anaesthetists, and healthcare teams
• Maintain high clinical standards and patient safety practices
• Contribute to a positive and efficient team environment

About You

You are a compassionate and motivated nurse who thrives in a team-based environment. With strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence, you bring a proactive and flexible approach to patient care.

Essential Criteria

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to delivering safe, patient-centred care
• Flexible and reliable approach to work

Why Join MDHS?

At MDHS, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We foster a workplace culture where you feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow.

• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• Work with a trusted regional healthcare provider in Victoria
• Be part of a team that genuinely puts patients first

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those returning to the workforce.

Enjoy a Balanced Regional Lifestyle

Located in the Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions, Maryborough offers a relaxed lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty. Enjoy easy access to Ballarat and Bendigo (just 50 minutes away) and Melbourne (approximately 2 hours away)—making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore.

How to Apply

To be considered for this role, please submit:

• Resume
• Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description

The Position Description is available under “Related Documents” in the job advertisement or via the MDHS Careers website.

Additional Information

• MDHS is an equal opportunity employer
• Employment is subject to:
  • National Police Check
  • Working with Children Check
  • NDIS Worker Screening (if applicable)

Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career

Join Maryborough District Health Service and become part of a team that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence.

Apply today and make a real difference in perioperative care in regional Victoria.