The Position We are currently seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join our recovery team. The role is an essential part of the perioperative nursing team that cares for and monitors patients as they recover from the effects of anesthesia. Recovery nurses are responsible for all aspects of patient care following surgery which includes monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, breathing and respiration, as well as managing the pain and nausea that often follow anaesthesia. Recovery nurses must be able to think critically, make confident decisions in a fast-paced clinical environment and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team. As a Clinical Nurse, you will assist the Nurse Unit Manager to provide expert clinical and patient centered care and support the provision of quality and cost-effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-based practice. The Friendlies currently have a five (5)-theatre complex that provide a wide range of surgeries, including ENT, Orthopaedic, General, Plastic and Cosmetic, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Urology and Vascular Surgery. The Person Strong emphasis will be placed on your ability to demonstrate the organisations values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, as well as your ability to commit to and apply these values in the workplace. Key Selection Criteria Evidence of tertiary qualifications & current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Post Graduate Certificate in Perioperative Nursing (or working towards) highly desirable Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support Experience in a Recovery setting (minimum 1 year) with the ability to think critically and make confident decisions in a fast-paced clinical environment Working knowledge of RosterOn, Riskman, Trendcare and Microsoft applications Working knowledge of patient flow and bed management High attention to detail to ensure documentation is current, accurate, timely and the ability to maintain confidentiality How to Apply Please submit the following: A cover letter that addresses the ‘Key Selection Criteria’ (maximum 2 pages) A detailed resume (including 2 professional referees) Submit your application on our website https://thefriendlies.org.au/careers/ It is a requirement that a current Police Check (issued within last 6 months) is provided as part of the pre-employment documentation. Applications that do not meet the above requirements will not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on 8 May 2026, whichever is the soonest. The Benefits As a part of The Friendlies team, you can access attractive salary packaging options: Up to $15900 annually towards household expenses and an additional $2650 annually towards meals and entertainment expenses Find out more about why The Friendlies is a great place to work at https://thefriendlies.org.au Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) Requirements It is a mandatory condition of employment that some roles within our hospital require you to be vaccinated, and remain vaccinated during your employment, against some or all of the following vaccine preventable diseases; Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping cough), and Hepatitis. Mandatory vaccination requirements for this role will be discussed further with applicants throughout the application process.
