Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 38 hours per week and Temporary Part Time minimum 24 hours per week up to July 2027 with possibility of extension

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour plus Superannuation

Requisition ID: REQ706076

About the Role

You will be based at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH)! Established in 1882, RPA is one of Australia’s most respected hospitals with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national, and international communities. As a major metropolitan tertiary referral hospital and a principal provider of specialist healthcare, RPAH offers world-class facilities and services. Our dedicated, innovative, and caring staff are committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

What you'll be doing

The role of the Registered Nurse as an assistant to the anaesthetist includes:

• Preparation of the environment and equipment for the patient.
• Preparation of equipment for administering the anaesthetic.
• Reception of the patient into the anaesthesia/operating room, establishing rapport with the patient by asking and answering questions.
• Participation in Anaesthesia Check-in processes (eg as per WHO Surgical Safety Checklist) including checking identification and consent depending on institutional requirements.
• Participation in other safety checks such as regional anaesthesia block time-out processes.
• Communication of relevant patient information to the other members of the intra-operative team, including nurses and doctors.
• For each case, having a shared understanding with the anaesthetist of the planned anaesthesia approach and alternatives, including equipment requirements.
• Assistance with patient preparation and monitoring, and ensure the patient’s physical and psychological safety, and comfort.
• Assist the anaesthetist as required throughout and at the end of the procedure including during emergence and transfer or any otehr emergencies arise during the case.

Please view the Position Description for more information.

Ideal candidate

• Has a current nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.
• Demonstrates experience in Anaesthetics
• Is able to work a 7 day rotating roster
• All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

Benefits and Perks / What you will enjoy:

• Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)
• Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families
• Annual influenza vaccination on us!
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

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This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit:https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

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For role related queries or questions contact Seema Jose on [email protected]

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Applications Close: 12 November 2026

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