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Theatre Registered Nurse - Scrub Scout, Anaesthetics & Recovery

Australia Healthcare Australia Approximately AUD $45–$70 per hour, or AUD $90,000–$135,000 per year, depending on experience, location, shift penalties and contract type.*
Job Description

Healthcare Australia is seeking an experienced Theatre Registered Nurse for scrub/scout, anaesthetics and recovery duties. Applicants should hold current Australian AHPRA registration, recent operating theatre experience and sound knowledge of perioperative nursing practices, infection prevention and patient safety. Relevant postgraduate perioperative qualifications are advantageous. The successful candidate will be adaptable across theatre areas, clinically competent, calm under pressure and able to work effectively with surgeons, anaesthetists and multidisciplinary teams. Flexibility for varied shifts, strong communication skills, professional conduct and a commitment to high-quality patient-centred care are expected. Current immunisation records, police checks and other facility-specific compliance documents may also be required.

Company Info

Healthcare Australia is a national healthcare workforce and recruitment organisation supporting hospitals, aged-care providers, disability services and healthcare professionals. The company provides temporary staffing, permanent recruitment, nursing placements, medical workforce solutions, training and workforce management services across Australia. Its nurse staffing division connects registered nurses and other clinicians with public and private facilities, including perioperative, emergency, aged-care and community settings. Depending on the assignment, nurses may receive access to flexible shifts, contracts, professional support and opportunities in different regions. Requirements, pay arrangements and benefits vary between employers and placements, so candidates should confirm details directly with the recruitment consultant. Healthcare Australia operates in a regulated environment and generally requires evidence of registration, qualifications, work rights and relevant compliance checks.

Destination Guide

Australia offers strong opportunities for registered nurses, particularly in hospitals, perioperative services, aged care, rural health and agency work. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra, while regional and remote areas may offer incentives and greater demand. Australian workplace culture is generally practical, direct, inclusive and team-focused, with strong emphasis on safety, professional registration and work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from beaches and vibrant cities to national parks and quieter regional communities, although housing and transport costs vary considerably. Nurses usually need AHPRA registration and appropriate English-language evidence where applicable. Common visa pathways include employer-sponsored visas, skilled visas and working-holiday arrangements for eligible nationalities, subject to current rules. Before relocating, arrange registration, a visa, employment checks, accommodation, tax and banking documentation, and understand health insurance and local living costs.

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