Registered Nurse PACU/ RECOVERY - Full-time
Core
Deliver evidence-based post-anesthetic care, monitor patient safety, and support recovery for surgical patients in a short-stay facility.
Role type
Registered Nurse (PACU/Recovery)
Builds
Patient recovery outcomes and safe surgical care pathways
Domain
Healthcare / Surgical Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
PACU/Recovery nursing experience, AHPRA registration, patient monitoring, clinical assessment, team supervision, discharge education
Preferred skills
Experience in Gastroenterology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Urology, or General Surgery; experience in fast-paced day/short-stay hospital environments
Responsibilities
Monitor patient wellbeing and administer safe treatment; ensure facility and equipment readiness for surgery; assess patient progress and respond to complications; provide discharge education and guidance; supervise and support colleagues on shift; promote continuous improvement and safety standards