Clinical Nurse - Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Perioperative Services Join our team, and our mission. We are revolutionising Health care in our new state-of-the-art Facilities by empowering recovery through a holistic and community integrated Health Care model. About Aegis Health Aegis Health has a guiding philosophy and deep commitment to quality health care based on compassion and respect. Aegis Health has evolved from the Aegis Group’s extensive experience in care provision, to develop innovative health care services. At Murdoch Square, these integrated health services comprise surgical services, mental health and primary care services. The surgical services are located across three floors in the Aegis Health Private Hospital. To learn more about Aegis Health, visit our website: https://aegishealth.com.au/. Aegis Health offers a competitive rate of pay and benefits including onsite parking. We offer a supportive workplace, with education and training. About the Role The Clinical Nurse – PACU provides high-quality, patient-centred nursing care to patients recovering from anaesthesia and surgery. The role involves the assessment, monitoring, and management of patients in the immediate postoperative period, ensuring safe recovery and responding promptly to any complications. The Clinical Nurse also plays a leadership role within the team, supporting best practice standards and mentoring less experienced staff. Requirements of the Role Essential: · Current registration as a Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia though the Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency (AHPRA). · Minimum three (3) years of recent acute care nursing experience, preferably in PACU, ICU, or ED · Advanced clinical assessment skills, particularly related to airway management, cardiovascular monitoring, and pain management. · Proven ability to respond to emergencies and critical incidents effectively. · Exhibit a strong work ethic by consistently displaying punctuality, integrity, respect for others, and a dedication to professional standards. · Proficient in: Problem solving and analytical abilities. Organisational skills. Effective communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. · Recognises that additional duties and responsibilities may be required occasionally, beyond those outlined in this document. You will be required to have or able to obtain: · Tertiary qualification in nursing and current registration as a Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia though the Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency (AHPRA). · Verification of eligibility to work in Australia. · Identification check validation. · Police check clearance. · Working with Children (WWC) check. Desirable: · Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing, Critical Care, or related field. · Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification. · Experience in mentoring or preceptoring nursing staff. If you embody these qualities and are excited about the opportunity to be part of the innovative mental health care team at Aegis Health, we would love to hear from you.
