Job Description:

Fixed term, Full time position available
Friendly and supportive team environment
Fitzroy location

About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Grade 2 Registered Nurse with perioperative Cardiac Scrub/Scout experience, who are seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity to become part of our dynamic team, on a full time Fixed term basis for 12 months.

We are able to provide you with excellent educational opportunities across a broad range of specialities including Cardiothoracic, Vascular, Neurosurgery, ENT, Plastics, General, Urology and Orthopaedics.

Duties

Ability to work efficiently as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Managing the physical and emotional well-being of the patient
Administration of medication in accordance with hospital procedures, protocols and policies
Assist with medical and diagnostic procedures carried out in the unit
Document, observe and report relevant nursing findings within the framework of nursing progress.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Completed Bachelor of Nursing Degree with a current Nursing Registration with AHPRA
Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate in Perioperative Nursing (desirable)
Minimum 12 months current experience in Cardiac Scrub/ Scout role and a good understanding of the current standards of practice
Motivated, professional & exhibiting exceptional communication and time management skills.

Classifications for this position will range from YP3 - YP9 ($69,253.60 - $92,601.60 pro rata per annum).

Benefits

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement

About St Vincent’s Hospital
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is part of St Vincent’s Health Australia and a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service which employs more than 5,000 staff across 18 sites throughout Melbourne. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services including acute medical and surgical services, sub-acute care, medical diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative care, correctional health and community residential care. SVHM is one of Australia's leading Catholic not-for-profit healthcare providers.

About the Department
St Vincent's Operating Suite currently houses 12 theatres, 12 anaesthetic rooms and a Post Anaesthetic Care Area. Working alongside the Sterile Processing Centre, Day Procedures and Endoscopy Centres. The department undertakes over 9,000 procedures per year in a vast range of highly specialised and complex specialities over a 24 hour period, 7 days per week.

If you are a critical thinker with advanced patient assessment and clinical skills, committed to continuous improvement, best practice and safety apply now!

All appointments are made subject to the candidate providing a current satisfactory National Police Certificate conducted by The Victoria Police

Closing Date:

12 February 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan