Registered Nurse- Operating Theatres
Job No:
WDHS1905
Location:
Hamilton
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Hours: 48 hours per fortnight
Classification: YP2 to YP9 based on experience
Hourly rate: $42.5394 to $52.8236 (depending on classification) plus Superannuation plus salary packaging
About the role
As a Registered Nurse Grade 2, under the guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager or delegate, you will bring strong clinical capabilities with a belief in exceptional patient care.
In this role you will support and be responsible for the delivery of expert clinical care and be able to problem solve and assess each patient’s needs, in order for care to be planned and implemented.
This position entails working across all areas within the department including Scout and Scrub, Anaesthetics, Recovery and Pre-admissions.
The successful candidates will be effective communicators, have proven dedication to maintaining high quality nursing standards whilst providing patient-centred care and excellent computer skills.
About us
At Western District Health Service (WDHS) we pride ourselves on our strong teamwork and our shared commitment to providing person-centred high-quality healthcare to the Southern Grampians community. We encourage and celebrate diversity, inclusion and accessibility for our staff and visitors to our services and we are dedicated to living our values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.
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The Greater Hamilton region is rich with lifestyle opportunities and facilities. Working for WDHS will enable you to pursue your profession, build your career and enjoy a great work/life balance. With the Grampians National Park and stunning beaches on your doorstep in Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Portland and wineries dotted in-between, a better lifestyle is waiting for you! Learn more - Visit Hamilton
You will bring:
- Exceptional and demonstrated decision making skills consistent with experience is essential.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Effective contemporary nursing practices
- High levels of energy
- AHPRA Registration
What we offer:
- Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment and novated leasing.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Internal and external professional development opportunities.
- Support to meet relocation costs.
- A range of internal and external developmental and supportive opportunities.
- Excellent employment conditions.
- Excellent staff health and wellbeing supportive culture.
For more details take a look at our Position Description.
Closing date: 8th of February 2026
Proposed Interview date: Upon receipt of suitable applicants
Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We are dedicated to transparent and equitable hiring practices that recognise the strengths, experiences and perspectives people bring from all walks of life.
We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.
If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team, we are here to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably.
All successful applicants will be required to hold (or be willing to obtain) a current National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. Compliance with WDHS’s immunisation and vaccination requirements is a condition of employment.