Registered Nurse
Job Description
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with PACU or Recovery experience looking to grow your career in a dynamic surgical environment? This opportunity allows you to work in a fast-paced Post-Anaesthetic Recovery Unit (PACU) where you will provide critical care for patients recovering from major surgical procedures.
Working as part of a dedicated clinical team, you will help ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care during the important recovery phase following surgery.
About the Role
In this position, you will work within a busy Post-Anaesthetic Recovery Unit (PACU), caring for patients immediately after major surgical procedures. You will assess patient conditions, plan and deliver personalised care, and monitor recovery progress to ensure the best possible outcomes.
The role is supported by the Nurse Unit Manager and Shift Leaders, who provide guidance and leadership to maintain high standards of patient safety and care.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assessing and monitoring patients recovering from surgery
- Planning and delivering individualised patient care within the PACU
- Responding promptly to changes in patient condition
- Collaborating with surgeons, anaesthetists, and nursing teams
- Ensuring clinical documentation and safety protocols are followed
The position operates on a rotating roster, including evenings and weekends, so flexibility is essential.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will be a motivated and skilled Registered Nurse with strong clinical experience in a hospital setting, particularly within PACU or recovery units.
You will bring a passion for patient care and demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare. Strong communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment are essential.
Key Requirements
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Proven experience in Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) or Recovery nursing
- Ability to work effectively within a high-performing multidisciplinary team
- Strong clinical judgement and attention to patient safety
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Postgraduate qualifications in a relevant specialty are highly regarded but not essential.
Salary and Remuneration
Successful candidates will receive a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications.
- Hourly Rate: $40.24 – $56.52
- Additional Benefits: Superannuation plus penalty rates and allowances where applicable
The salary range follows the NSW Ramsay Health Care Nurses & Midwives Level 1 classification.
About Baringa Private Hospital
Established in 1978, Baringa Private Hospital was the first hospital founded by Ramsay Health Care outside Sydney. Today, it continues to play a key role in delivering high-quality private healthcare services to the Coffs Harbour community.
The hospital is a 78-bed facility offering a wide range of medical and surgical services, including:
- Rehabilitation and surgical care
- Mental health services
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU) support
- Advanced surgery and coronary angiography
- Pacemaker and defibrillator implantation
- Endovascular and general surgery
- General medical and palliative care
The hospital’s theatre complex features state-of-the-art operating facilities, including a specialised ophthalmic theatre.
In addition, the day medical unit provides treatment for patients requiring chemotherapy and intravenous therapy.
Benefits of Working with Ramsay Health Care
Joining Ramsay Health Care means becoming part of one of Australia’s leading private healthcare providers, offering strong support for professional growth and wellbeing.
Professional Development
- Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Education scholarships and training programs
- Leadership development through the Ramsay Leadership Academy
- Employee referral rewards
Employee Discounts
- Ramsay Rewards with discounts at major retailers
- Reduced hospital cover and enhanced extras through partner health programs
- Discounts on allied health services and pharmacy products
Health and Wellbeing
- Flexible work arrangements and roster input
- Flexible Leave Program
- Free confidential counselling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Lifestyle and Financial Benefits
- Travel discounts with selected hotels
- Salary sacrifice options including novated leasing and self-education expenses
- Airport lounge memberships and additional lifestyle benefits
Employment Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements before employment:
- A National Police Check completed within the last 12 months
- Compliance with hospital immunisation policies
- A Working With Children Check, if required for the role
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
For further information about this role, please contact:
Erin Tarleton
Email: TarletonE@ramsayhealth.com.au
Build Your Career in Recovery Nursing
This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise in PACU and post-operative patient care while working in a supportive hospital environment. If you are passionate about patient recovery and want to advance your nursing career within a respected healthcare organisation, this could be the perfect next step.
