Perioperative Discovery Program – Introduction To Scrub / Scout Nursing
St John of God Murdoch Hospital our reputation for excellence in clinical care and first class tertiary level services makes us the hospital of choice for both medical professionals and patients.
Since opening in 1994, the hospital has grown to include 525 beds, 18 operating theatres, an Emergency Department, dedicated cancer care centre, WA's largest standalone endoscopy unit and a dedicated Day Procedure Unit.
Your role
We are currently seeking applications from enthusiastic and suitably qualified Enrolled or Registered Nurses to participate in our six (6) month discovery programme (Scrub Scout Nursing).
The successful applicants will be contracted 60 to 70 hours per fortnight for the duration of the programme and will be expected to work across a variety of shifts Monday to Friday on a rotating roster.
The course supports the participants to develop their confidence and competence in delivering introductory level, safe, quality care in an acute learning environment, with the assistance of online modules, mentors and LOD facilitators
The successful candidate will have:
- A willingness and capacity to embrace the Mission and Values of St John of God Health Care.
- Currently registered as a Registered or Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Clinical skills and experience in medical and/or surgical nursing
- Well-developed interpersonal, communication skills with the ability to engage with a diverse workforce.
- Effective conflict resolution, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Well-developed time management and organisational skills.
All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.
We can offer you
- Enrolled Nurse Salary: $72,637 to $94,929 (pro rata for part-time), plus 12% superannuation
- Registered Nurse Salary: $82,945 to $106,630 (pro rata for part-time) plus 12% superannuation
- Fixed term, part-time position
- Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
- Novated leasing
- work related expenses
- self-education and
- additional superannuation
- A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs
- Access to gym membership, fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport for you and your family.
- Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
- Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Travel Green allowance. If you walk, carpool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per year
For enquiries about this position, applicants should contact Hannah Harris, CNM Scrub/Scout on 0466 525 244
If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.