# Registered Nurse - Scrub Scout at Ramsay Health Care Australia > Open job at Ramsay Health Care Australia in Gateshead, Australia. Workplace: On-site. Source: Nurse Jobs World, https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/ramsay-health-care-australia-registered-nurse-scrub-scout-xblcjr3 Posted 4 November 2026. Last checked on the employer's career site: 4 November 2026. ## Facts - Company: [Ramsay Health Care Australia](https://nursejobsworld.com/companies/ramsay-health-care-australia) - Location: Gateshead, Australia - Workplace: On-site - Employment type: Full-time - Salary: $40–57 / hour - Local language: Not required - Relocation support: Yes (company policy) - Licence or registration named: AHPRA (Australia) - Skills: Theatres & perioperative - Not mentioned in the job post: visa sponsorship, where you can apply from ## Job description #### Company Description Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is a 187-bed acute medical and advanced surgical hospital located at Gateshead, 15km south of Newcastle CBD. The hospital provides private healthcare to the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and broader Hunter–New England communities. The hospital is home to the region’s first private Emergency Department, providing 24/7 emergency care supported by an experienced team of emergency-trained doctors and nurses. Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is also certified to the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards, reflecting its commitment to quality, safety and patient care. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. Ramsay provides high-quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. #### Job Description Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join our Operating Theatre team as a Scrub Scout Nurse on a permanent full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your perioperative nursing expertise within a supportive team, delivering safe, high-quality patient care throughout the surgical journey. Working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will play an important role in ensuring efficient theatre operations and positive patient outcomes. As a Scrub Scout Nurse, you will provide high-quality perioperative nursing care, supporting patients and the surgical team throughout procedures. You will play an integral role in maintaining patient safety, upholding clinical standards and ensuring the smooth operation of the operating theatre. **About You** You are a dedicated nursing professional with demonstrated experience in perioperative nursing, particularly in the Scrub Scout role. You have sound clinical knowledge, strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operating theatre environment. You are confident working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, demonstrate excellent communication and clinical judgement, and are committed to maintaining high standards of patient safety and care. **Key Responsibilities** - Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to patients throughout the perioperative journey. - Undertake Scrub Scout duties, maintaining aseptic technique and supporting surgical procedures. - Prepare operating theatres, surgical instruments and equipment in readiness for procedures. - Assist surgeons and the multidisciplinary team during surgical procedures. - Monitor patient safety and respond appropriately to changing clinical needs. - Ensure accurate clinical documentation and compliance with relevant policies and procedures. - Maintain infection prevention and control standards, including aseptic technique. - Support efficient theatre workflows and effective communication across the multidisciplinary team. **You Will Also Bring** - Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse. - A minimum of 12 months' post-registration nursing experience. - Demonstrated experience in a Scrub Scout role within an operating theatre. - Sound knowledge of perioperative nursing practices, infection prevention and aseptic technique. - Strong clinical assessment, communication and organisational skills. - Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities. - A collaborative and professional approach, with a commitment to patient safety and quality care. - A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement. **Remuneration** On offer is a base hourly rate of $40.24–$56.52 + superannuation, based on experience and applicable classification, exclusive of penalties and allowances (Ramsay Health Care NSW Nurses and Midwives Enterprise Agreement, Registered Nurse Level 1, Years 1–8) **What’s in it for You:** At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including: - **Grow your career** with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy - **Save more every day** with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more - **Enjoy peace of mind** with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts - **Find balance** through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7 - **Increase your take-home pay** through novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services. **Why Join Ramsay:** At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are: - Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff - A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally - A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide. #### Additional Information - Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months. - According to the role, Ramsay may require proof of immunisation against infectious diseases. **Apply:** Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today. All applications must be lodged online. Applications close: 2nd December 2026 Reference number: JR117390 **Please Note:** _Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at [www.ramsayhealth.com.au](https://www.ramsayhealth.com.au/)._ _Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered._ ## How to apply Apply on the job page, https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/ramsay-health-care-australia-registered-nurse-scrub-scout-xblcjr3: its Apply button opens the employer's own application page. ## More jobs from Ramsay Health Care Australia - [Registered Nurses - Theatre](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/ramsay-health-care-australia-registered-nurses-theatre-33cvl6b): Ramsay Health Care Australia, Epping, Australia. On-site. Salary: $43–53 / hour. Posted 4 November 2026. - [Registered Nurse - Emergency, Critical Care & Cardiac](https://nursejobsworld.com/jobs/ramsay-health-care-australia-registered-nurse-emergency-critical-care-cardiac-9dzqo8n): Ramsay Health Care Australia, Heidelberg, Australia. On-site. Salary: $43–53 / hour. 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