Enrolled Nurse Perioperative - Day surgery

Fixed Term Contract - Permanent Part-Time 64 hours per fortnight

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Enrolled Nurse to join our dynamic day surgery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated healthcare professional who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care.

About the Role

In this position, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth and safe operation of our day surgery unit. Your responsibilities will span across multiple stages of the patient journey, ensuring a positive experience from admission through to discharge.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive care across admissions and discharge processes
• Delivering high-quality Stage 2 and Stage 3 recovery nursing care
• Collaborating effectively as part of a multidisciplinary day surgery team
• Maintaining a positive, professional attitude in all patient and staff interactions

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring proven experience as an Enrolled Nurse within a day surgery or similar acute clinical setting. You will demonstrate:

• Hands-on experience in day surgery environments
• Competency across admissions, discharge, and Stage 2/3 recovery procedures
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach to work
• A positive attitude and genuine commitment to person-centred patient care
• Strong communication skills and a flexible, adaptable work style
• Good availability to meet the operational needs of the unit

Why join us?

We pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive workplace, where staff feel valued and encouraged to grow. You'll be joining a cheerful, hardworking team who truly put people first.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those returning to the workforce.

If you have good availability, strong communication skills and a flexible approach, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Applicants must include the following:

• Resume
• Cover Letter — please ensure your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

📄 The Position Description is available under 'Related Documents' in the job advertisement. If viewing on SEEK, please visit the MDHS Careers website to access the full Position Description.

For further information about this role, please contact Sonia Smith on 54610314 or via email so.smith@mdhs.vic.gov.au

The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play - beautiful areas to explore, only 50 minutes from Ballarat & Bendigo, and two hours from Melbourne.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk-assessed role.