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Recovery/PACU Nurse (RN) | Bundaberg QLD | Full Time or Part Time

Oct 14
2 min read

The team at Carejobz Perioperative Specialists are recruiting for a day surgery in Bundaberg. This role suits an experienced Recovery/PACU Registered Nurse who would enjoy working in a modern regional day surgery.



The role at a glance

  • Employment type: Permanent full-time or part-time

  • Remuneration: Under the Enterprise Agreement


About the Facility

This purpose-built, modern day surgery is well known for evidence-based surgical care and excellent patient outcomes.


The Role

This is a full-time or part-time position for an experienced Recovery/PACU Registered Nurse. Experience in the hospital's specialties and in a fast-paced day or short stay setting will be well regarded.


In this role, you will:

  • Deliver evidence-based care, monitoring patient wellbeing and providing safe, high-quality treatment at each stage of the hospital stay.

  • Prepare the facility, equipment and clinical environment for safe, efficient surgery.

  • Maintain clear team communication, assess patient progress and respond promptly to changes or complications.

  • Provide clear education, guidance and reassurance so patients feel confident managing their recovery after discharge.

  • Supervise and support colleagues on shift, fostering confidence, teamwork and safe practice.

  • Promote continuous improvement, safety and excellence across the hospital.


What You Will Bring

  • Solid experience in Recovery/PACU nursing within a surgical hospital setting.

  • Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.

  • The ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with patients, doctors, colleagues and other stakeholders.

  • Strong time management, organisational, leadership and communication skills.

  • Full Australian working rights.


Why You Will Want to Know More

  • Predictable rosters with minimal to no weekend shifts.

  • 5 weeks annual leave.

  • Up to 3 weeks off over the festive season during the extended hospital closure.

  • Fitness Passport gym discounts and free, confidential EAP counselling.

  • Discounts on surgical procedures for you and your family.

  • Online rewards and discounts across major national retailers.

  • Referral bonuses.

  • Novated leasing option, plus travel and transport discounts.

  • Free on-site parking.

If this sounds like the kind of theatre opportunity you have been waiting for, we would love to speak with you.



Kate or Paul will be happy to talk you through the opportunity, answer your questions honestly, and help you decide whether it feels like the right next step for you.




About Carejobz

At Carejobz, Paul and Kate have been recruiting perioperative professionals across Australia and New Zealand since 2015. Over that time, they have become trusted recruitment partners to leading hospitals and day surgeries, supporting nurses and employers with warmth, discretion and genuine sector knowledge.

Read what jobseekers and employers say about working with Carejobz at seek.com.au/recruiters/agencies/carejobz-pty-ltd

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