The Opportunity
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our Surgical Ward team on a permanent part-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to provide specialised, high-quality care within a supportive and collaborative environment.

In this role, you will be part of our highly skilled neurosurgical and surgical nursing team, committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and a positive patient experience.

What You will Be Doing
As a valued member of our surgical team, you will:

• Deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centred care in a post-operative surgical setting.
• Monitor, assess, and support patients throughout their recovery, responding effectively to clinical changes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Contribute to a supportive, inclusive, and team-focused workplace culture.

Your Skills and Experience
You are motivated by the challenge and reward of providing exceptional private healthcare and are committed to evidence-based practice. You bring strong clinical skills, sound judgement, and a passion for delivering outstanding patient care.

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 2 years’ post-graduate experience in acute care.
• Previous surgical experience is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and varied environment.
• Experience in endoscopy or surgical units will be highly regarded.

Remuneration: On offer is base rate ranging from $41.89 - $54.01+ superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (QLD RN/Midwife Level 1 gr2-gr8). 

What’s in it for you?

• Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.  
• Discounts:  Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental. 
• Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.  
• Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

About the Hospital

Cairns Private Hospital in tropical far north Queensland is an acute care facility offering a range of services including medical, general surgical, orthopaedic and cardiac services. This hospital is also equipped with The da Vinci surgical system, allowing surgeons to operate high-tech instrumentation with greater dexterity and precision than other minimally invasive techniques.

Requirements

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Deborah Cole via email at Colede@ramsayhealth.com.au

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