Looking to relocate to Gladstone, or simply stop in until October to boost your career while exploring the region? We’re on the hunt for motivated Clinical Nurses with experience in anaesthetics, instrument and circulating roles, or Post-Anaesthesia Care to join our team.

This is your chance to get into the surgical action, supporting elective and emergency surgeries while collaborating closely with Surgeons, Anaesthetists, and the Nurse Unit Manager. You’ll even get the chance to step up as a theatre floor co-ordinator!

If you’re ready to make an impact, develop your skills, and thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment, all while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle and coastal charm of Gladstone, this is your calling.

Job details

About us:

Our Perioperative Unit, located in block seven of the West Wing at Gladstone Hospital, includes two operating rooms and a procedure room supporting both elective and emergency surgery. Services also encompass Day Surgery, a Pre-Anaesthetic Clinic, and the Central Sterilisation Service Department, with care guided by established patient care standards and ongoing clinical research.

The Day Surgery Unit operates from 6:45am to 7:00pm to support theatre activity and safe patient discharge. Positioned near Recovery, the unit includes three beds and five chairs to accommodate patients throughout the day.

About the role:

We're looking for motivated Clinical Nurses with experience in anaesthetics, instrument and circulating roles, or Post-Anaesthesia Care to join our dynamic theatre team. This role offers the chance to work closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and even step up as the theatre floor co-ordinator.

In this fast-paced, hands-on role, you'll:

• Coordinate the theatre floor alongside the Nurse Unit Manager
• Work directly with Surgeons and Anaesthetists to manage elective and emergency surgeries
• Organise and schedule emergency cases efficiently
• Liaise with Day Surgery and duty managers to keep lists running smoothly
• Use ORMIS to manage theatre computer systems
• Participate in the on-call roster
• Maintain your professional portfolio

About you:

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.
• Develop, facilitate, implement and evaluate specialist education for patients/clients/residents, families and clinical staff in response to identified and emerging needs.
• Maintain a high level of interpersonal and communication skills, working effectively with individuals, groups and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $11,604 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $57.48 - $61.55 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL6D679829

Applications close: Sunday, 3 May 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• GL6D679829 - Clinical Nurse (Perioperative) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)