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Theatre Nurses, You Are One of the Hardest Groups of Healthcare Professionals to Recruit

  • Writer: Kate Wheeler
    Kate Wheeler
  • 20 hours ago
  • 1 min read

I do not think theatre nurses hear this often enough. You are one of the hardest groups of healthcare professionals to recruit. Not because there are not jobs. Because there are not enough of you. Every day I speak to hospitals across Australia looking for experienced Scrub and Scout Nurses, Anaesthetic Nurses, PACU Nurses, Endoscopy Nurses, CSSD Technicians and perioperative leaders. At the same time, I speak to theatre professionals who tell me: “I love what I do, but I am exhausted.” “My manager has changed and the culture is not the same.” “I would move if I found the right team.” “I do not even know what is out there.” Carejobz is recruiting across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia and the ACT for Scrub and Scout Nurses, Anaesthetic Nurses and Technicians, PACU Nurses, Endoscopy Nurses, CSSD Technicians, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurse Unit Managers, Theatre Coordinators and Perioperative Managers. Some people are looking for a promotion. Others simply want to enjoy coming to work again. The best career moves are rarely about money alone. They are about leadership, culture, respect and working with people who have your back. If you are curious about what is available, let us have a confidential conversation. No pressure and no sales pitch, just an honest discussion about your options. See current opportunities at https://www.carejobz.com.au/theatre-nursing-jobs-australia #PerioperativeNursing #TheatreNurse #ScrubScout #PACU #AnaestheticNurse

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