At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality anaesthetic and recovery nursing care in a supportive hospital environment.
- Company: Join Latrobe Regional Health, a leading regional hospital in Gippsland.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, professional development, social activities, and access to wellbeing services.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are valued; applications from all backgrounds encouraged.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while enjoying a balanced lifestyle in beautiful Gippsland.
- Qualifications: Current AHPRA registration and recent acute care or surgical nursing experience required.
The predicted salary is between 9000 - 9000 $ per year.
Are you seeking a rewarding and diverse Registered Nurse role in a leading regional hospital? Join the Operating Suites team at Latrobe Regional Health, where we value our employees by providing a safe and supportive workplace culture that enables you to thrive.
The role of the Registered Nurse (Anaesthetics/Recovery) is to:
- Deliver safe, high-quality anaesthetic and recovery nursing care across all stages of the patient's perioperative journey.
- Provide patient-centred care that promotes positive clinical outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.
- Support efficient patient flow throughout the Operating Suite and recovery environment.
- Collaborate effectively with anaesthetists, surgeons, scrub/scout staff and multidisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Participate in the provision of on-call theatre services as required.
- Contribute to a culture of safety, continuous improvement, cultural awareness, diversity and inclusion.
About you
Ideal candidates for this role will have:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with AHPRA.
- Recent acute care, perioperative or surgical nursing experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of airway management techniques and peri-anaesthetic nursing practice.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong organisational skills, adaptability and the ability to work confidently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- A positive approach to teamwork, continuous learning and professional development.
Latrobe Regional Health offers a range of benefits including:
- Salary packaging up to $9,000 per annum.
- Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,650 per annum.
- Encouragement for professional development and ongoing education.
- A range of social club activities, discounts and diverse workplace activities.
- Free access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre offering health education and wellbeing.
- Access to discounted gym membership and fitness services through Fitness Passport Services.
Interested about this exciting opportunity, but want more information? We encourage you to contact Janelle McInnes, General Manager Surgical Services email on Janelle.Mcinnes@lrh.com.au for a confidential discussion.
Located in the picturesque region of Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne, stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and serene lakes. With flexible working hours, you can make the most of what Gippsland has to offer.
LRH cares for a population of about 300,000 and is the regional provider of specialist services. Our catchment covers 42,000 square kilometres, from Phillip Island to Mallacoota in the far east of Victoria. LRH offers cardiac care, surgery, medical, renal, emergency care, aged care, women's and children's services, pharmacy, allied health and rehabilitation. Medical and radiation oncology are offered by the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre.
Now is an exciting time to join the LRH team, with the $223.5 million expansion completed in March 2024, offering improved maternity and paediatric facilities, larger intensive care unit, increased medical and surgical beds and additional operating theatres.
Diversity and inclusion
We embrace workforce diversity and actively encourage applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all genders and gender identities and people with disabilities. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted via email: AboriginalHealthUnit@lrh.com.au.
Applications Close: 02 November 2026.
Before commencement, the successful applicant will provide evidence of an original and valid National Police Record Check, an employee Working with Children Check, and a current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies.
Applications close Monday 2 November 2026 at 11.59pm.
Registered Nurse (Anaesthetic/Recovery) employer: Latrobe Regional Health
Latrobe Regional Health is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a supportive workplace culture, comprehensive benefits including salary packaging and access to wellness programs, and a commitment to ongoing education, you will thrive in your role as a Medical Registrar. Located in the beautiful Gippsland region, you'll enjoy a fulfilling career while embracing a lifestyle enriched by nature and community.
