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Scrub Scout RN- Registered Nurse
Health X
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Nursing - A&E, Critical Care & ICU
- Location
- Wagga Wagga, NSW
- Type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $51.43 – $68.49 an hour
About the role
Job Description
Registered Nurse – PACU / Anaesthetics – Wagga Wagga Base Hospital | NSW Travel Contract
$51.43 - $68.49 per hour + super + penalties | Travel & accommodation provided | 8–12 week contract | ASAP start
$51.43 - $68.49 per hour + super + penalties | Travel & accommodation provided | 8–12 week contract | ASAP start
Join HealthX as an experienced PACU / Anaesthetic Registered Nurse and secure a rewarding travel contract at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital in regional New South Wales. This 8–12 week opportunity offers excellent rates, fully supported travel arrangements, and the chance to work within a modern regional referral hospital while enjoying the relaxed Riverina lifestyle.
Why you’ll love this opportunity
- $51.43 - $68.49 per hour + super + shift penalties
Competitive contract rates with opportunities to maximise earnings through penalty shifts - Travel and accommodation provided
Enjoy a fully supported contract with travel logistics and accommodation arranged - 8–12 week contract with ASAP start
Secure your next assignment quickly with the potential for extension - Work within a major regional referral hospital
Gain valuable experience in a busy perioperative environment supporting a diverse surgical caseload - Experience the Riverina lifestyle
Enjoy great food, wineries, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming regional community
As a Travel PACU / Anaesthetic Registered Nurse at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, you will play a key role in delivering safe and effective perioperative care. Working across Anaesthetics and Recovery, you will support patients before, during, and immediately after surgical procedures while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary theatre teams.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality nursing care within Anaesthetic and PACU settings
- Assist anaesthetists during induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of anaesthesia
- Monitor and assess patients during post-anaesthetic recovery
- Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration and postoperative complications
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
- Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, and perioperative multidisciplinary teams
Located in the heart of the Riverina, Wagga Wagga offers the perfect blend of city convenience and regional charm. On your days off, explore local wineries, enjoy riverside walks along the Murrumbidgee River, visit the Wagga Beach precinct, discover local art galleries and cafés, or take advantage of the region's renowned food and wine scene. With a welcoming community, affordable lifestyle, and easy access to outdoor adventures, Wagga Wagga is one of regional NSW's most popular destinations for travel nurses.
What you’ll need
- Current AHPRA Registration (Registered Nurse Division 1)
- Minimum 2 years recent experience in PACU and/or Anaesthetic nursing
- Demonstrated ability to care for patients throughout the perioperative journey
- Strong clinical assessment and recovery nursing skills
- Australian working rights (contract role – no sponsorship available)
At HealthX, we’re more than a recruiter. We are a healthcare-led organisation that understands the realities of working on the floor and the demands of delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you receive ongoing support, reliable pay, and access to rewarding opportunities across Australia. We are committed to helping nurses build flexible, sustainable careers while making a meaningful difference wherever they choose to work.
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