Peri-anaesthesia Equipment Nurse

Peri-anaesthesia Equipment Nurse – Anaesthetics & PACU

·         Part-Time permanent – 40 Hours PFN - 8-hour shifts

·         Campus: Parkville

·         Salary: $63,377 to $65,511 per annum + Super + Salary Packaging

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Peri-anaesthesia Equipment Nurse to join our Anaesthetics and PACU team. This senior clinical role is integral to the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of peri-anaesthesia services across our dynamic, state-of-the-art Operating Suite. The Equipment Nurse provides advanced expertise in the management, coordination and optimisation of anaesthetic equipment, consumables, and medical devices, supporting both clinical teams and patient care outcomes.

Our Patients
Our Operating Suite provides comprehensive care for patients undergoing complex cancer surgery — from endoscopy to high-acuity robotic and multispecialty procedures. We care for patients across a breadth of specialties including colorectal, upper GI, hepatobiliary, breast, plastics, urology, melanoma and sarcoma, head & neck, and gynaecology. Patients also access specialised intraoperative treatments including brachytherapy and HIPEC.

Our Team
You will be joining a multidisciplinary surgical team known for its culture of learning, collaboration, and support. Our nurses are backed by:

·         Associate Nurse Unit Managers

·         A dedicated Clinical Nurse Educator

·         Practice Development Nurses

·         Clinical Nurse Specialists

This strong educational and leadership network ensures you have ongoing support and professional development opportunities.

The Role: What you can expect:
Step into a pivotal, fast-paced role at the heart of peri-anaesthesia service delivery. As the Peri-anaesthesia Equipment Nurse, you will:

Clinical & Operational Leadership

·         Manage and coordinate all anaesthesia and PACU equipment, consumables, and relevant service contracts

·         Troubleshoot equipment issues and support clinicians with technical guidance

·         Represent the Anaesthesia Service in organisational equipment governance forums

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with: Anaesthetists, Anaesthetic ANUMs, Biomedical Engineering, OS Equipment Nurses, CSSD/RMH, Supply & Procurement, Clinical Products Advisors, and vendor partners.

Inventory & Resource Management

• Maintain optimal stock levels

• Manage ordering, backorders, product recalls, and equipment servicing

• Oversee tracking of loaned devices and compliance with infection prevention standards

Education, Quality & Safety

·         Provide training on equipment and consumables

·         Support policy development and evidence-based practice

·         Lead equipment trials and contribute to service innovation

What we offer
When you join our team, you will receive:

·         A comprehensive, individually tailored orientation program

·          EMR training, manual handling, and clinical safety education

·         Supernumerary shifts where required

·         Access to our extensive Nursing Education programs

·         Support to pursue postgraduate studies in peri-anaesthesia/perioperative nursing

·         Access to the CARE (Compassion and Resilience Education) program 

Peter Mac staff enjoy award-winning facilities, wellbeing programs, flexible work arrangements, and salary packaging benefits. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disability.

About you:
You are a highly capable, forward-thinking clinician with:

·         AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

·         Minimum 4 years perioperative/perianaesthesia experience

·         Advanced knowledge of anaesthetics, PACU, and/or theatre environments

·         Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and prioritisation skills

·         Proven ability to manage equipment/resources in a complex healthcare setting

·         Excellent communication and collaborative skills

·         Commitment to excellence in patient care and multidisciplinary teamwork

·         Proficiency with digital health systems

Desirable: 
Postgraduate studies, prior experience in a similar role, CNS recognition or equivalent, and experience contributing to quality improvement and policy development.

Hours and Reporting

·         Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts

·         Work every Tuesday on the 3rd Week of the month to attend CSPEC Meeting

·         Reports directly to the Nurse Unit Manager – Anaesthetics/PACU

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing key skills and experience relevant to the role.
For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact:

Hiring Manager: 
Nurse Unit Manager – Yvonne Ballueer 
Acting Nurse Unit Manager – Anooshka Bucci
Phone: (03) 8559 5***
Email: ***************@petermac.org

Applications Close 11:59PM: Wednesday 16 September 2026

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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offers a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.

• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.

• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.