About the Role
We have a full-time opportunity to join our team as the Surgical Nurse Navigator. This newly developed role will be responsible for applying advanced knowledge and skills to facilitate the continuity and quality of care for surgical patients. The role will primarily be involved in optimisation of the patient health in readiness for their surgery, utilising our Ramsay Support Services.
Business acumen will be required to navigate the various funding models and individual patient needs, you will ensure that pre-assessments align with the planning of the multidisciplinary team & consultants.
You will strive to meet best practice length of stay requirements to ensure efficient bed management and utilisation. The Surgical Nurse Navigator will provide structured support and guidance to patients prior to surgery, ensuring they are clinically optimised, informed, and appropriately prepared for their upcoming procedure.
Skill and Experience
- Registered with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum of four years post registration in speciality area of Orthopaedic nursing,
- Understanding of scope of practice in line with relevant registration
- Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement and initiatives supporting the customer experience
- Understanding of health fund requirements for orthopaedic services (desirable)
- Proven project management skills with sound organisational and change management skills
- Strong computer literacy
About Us
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is a 187-bed acute Medical and advanced surgical hospital situated on the Pacific Highway at Gateshead, 15 kms south of the Newcastle CBD.
The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.
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.
Requirements
- Provide or complete a National Police Check (conducted within the last 12 months)
- According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and 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 Ashleigh Newham Nursing Unit Manager via email NewhamA@ramsayhealth.com.au
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