Circulating & Instrument Registered Nurse
Make a meaningful impact where it matters most — join the team at Belmont Hospital.
Remuneration: $72,152.53 - 101,299.48 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Belmont Hospital
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to June 2026
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours per week: 38
REQ ID: REQ571260
Closing Date: Sunday 18th May 2025
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Registered Nurse (Perioperative – Instrument & Circulating) to join our Operating Theatre team at Belmont Hospital, located in the picturesque Hunter region of New South Wales. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive and skilled multidisciplinary team delivering quality surgical care to our community.
About Us
Belmont Hospital’s Operating Suite comprises four operating theatres and runs on a Monday to Friday schedule. Shifts are staggered between 0700 and 1930, ensuring variety and work-life balance. While overtime is occasional, our on-call system operates Monday to Thursday in line with the NSW Nurses State Award, with an opt-in arrangement for non-working days. We pride ourselves on a collaborative and professional team culture, where open communication, mutual respect, and patient-centered care are at the heart of everything we do. Our environment encourages teamwork, continuous improvement, and the sharing of knowledge and expertise.
About the Role
This role involves working as both an Instrument and Circulating Nurse across a range of surgical specialities. You’ll be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of surgical setups, stock rotation, and the upkeep of surgeons’ preference cards. A typical week includes active participation in surgical procedures, maintaining high standards of infection control and safety, and contributing to smooth daily theatre operations. Click here for the Position Description
About You
To succeed in this role, you will have:
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A minimum of 12 months recent experience as an Instrument and Circulating Nurse
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The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a fast-paced team
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Strong communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with medical and senior staff
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A positive, adaptable attitude and a commitment to best practice
What’s non-negotiable? Your perioperative experience, communication skills, and professional integrity. What can be learned? Hospital-specific systems, preference card formats, and our stock management processes — we’ll teach you!
Support & Development
We believe in setting our team up for success. New staff will receive:
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A comprehensive orientation day
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Supernumerary shifts to support your transition
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Ongoing support from Nurse Unit Managers, Nurse Educators, and senior clinical staff
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Opportunities for professional development, training, and career growth
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
For enquiries, contact Katrina Tonniges, Clinical Nurse Educator Perioperative at Katrina.Tonniges@health.nsw.gov.au Come be part of something bigger — where your skills are valued, your development is supported, and your contribution truly matters.
Apply now to join Belmont Hospital’s Operating Theatre team!
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future full or part time and temporary vacancies.
