Registered Nurse - Anaesthetics

Southern Highlands Private Hospital is a modern, 73-bed acute medical and surgical hospital located in Bowral, in the picturesque Southern Highlands of New South Wales. Established in 1996, the hospital provides a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, rehabilitation, oncology and palliative care services to the local community and surrounding regional and rural areas.

The hospital features four operating theatres, a gastroenterology procedure room, a day surgery unit and dedicated facilities for medical, surgical, rehabilitation and palliative care. With a team of experienced doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff, Southern Highlands Private Hospital is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive environment, with a strong focus on patient safety, comfort and wellbeing.

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. Ramsay provides high-quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom.

Southern Highlands Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse to join our Anaesthetics team on a casual basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated nursing professional with theatre and recovery experience to contribute to safe, high-quality patient care in a supportive hospital environment.

Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, you will support patients throughout the perioperative journey, ensuring they receive compassionate, safe and efficient care.

About You

You are a dedicated nursing professional with experience or a strong interest in anaesthetics and perioperative nursing. We are also interested in nurses with experience in high-acuity clinical environments, such as Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Emergency Department (ED). You demonstrate sound clinical judgement, excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient safety and positive patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of patients for anaesthetic procedures.
• Support the anaesthetic team during perioperative care in accordance with your scope of practice.
• Monitor patients and promptly communicate any changes in their condition to the appropriate clinician.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised clinical environment.
• Follow infection prevention, medication safety and hospital policies and procedures.
• Accurately document patient care and clinical information.
• Work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient-centred care.

What You Will Also Bring

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse.
• Experience in anaesthetics, theatre or recovery nursing, or experience in a high-acuity setting such as ICU or ED.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to patient safety, quality care and professional standards.
• The ability to work flexibly and adapt to the needs of a casual roster.
• A compassionate, professional and patient-focused approach.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases. 

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today. All applications must be lodged online. 

Applications close: 18th November 2026

Reference number: JR117189 

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.