We’re proud to support perioperative and theatre nurses at every stage of their career journey. Whether you’re looking for roles in anaesthetics and recovery or as a scrub scout, we offer a wide range of perioperative and theatre nurse jobs across the country.
With a dedicated team of recruitment specialists and a strong network of healthcare partners throughout Australia, we’ll provide you with exclusive access to roles that support your professional development and help you achieve your career goals.
Where we are recruiting for perioperative and theatre nurse jobs
We are recruiting for perioperative and theatre nurse jobs in the following locations:
- Adelaide
- Brisbane
- Gold Coast
- Hobart
- Melbourne
- Newcastle
- Northern Territory
- Sydney and surroundings
- Western Australia
- And more!
Benefits of working as a theatre nurse with Pulse
Working as a perioperative or theatre nurse with Pulse, you will receive the following benefits:
- Attractive pay rates
- Exclusive access to theatre nurse vacancies
- A dedicated team of recruitment consultants
- Streamlined registration and compliance processes
- Support for skills expansion
- Easy online access to your timesheets and documents
- Necessary travel and accommodation support
- Nationwide theatre nurse employment opportunities
- The highest quality of customer service:
As dedicated specialists within the healthcare recruitment industry, we can also provide advice on theatre nurse salaries, career progression paths and job market trends.
Ready to take the next step in your career as a theatre nurse? Register as a candidate or request a call back today.
Theatre and scrub scout nurse job FAQs
What does a perioperative or theatre nurse do?
A theatre nurse, also referred to as a perioperative nurse, is responsible for caring for patients before, during and after surgery. Day-to-day tasks vary depending on which area of theatre you work in.
For scrub/scout nurse working in the operating theatre, their duties include:
- Prepping the theatre for surgery
- Ensuring all necessary supplies are available
- Monitoring the patient's condition during surgery
- Maintaining a sterile environment through proper scrubbing, gowning and gloving
- Documenting the procedure
An anaesthetic nurse is responsible for the following tasks during surgical procedures:
- Reviewing a patient's medical history and addressing concerns with the anaesthesia process
- Administering the anaesthetic
- Monitoring patients' vital signs during the procedure
- Managing complications or adverse reactions
- Assisting during the recovery process
A recovery nurse caring for patients in the postoperative phase will have duties that include:
- Administering medications post-surgery
- Changing dressings and wound care
- Ensuring patients are stable as they wake up from anaesthetic
- Educating patients and their families on what to expect and providing discharge instructions
What perioperative and theatre nurse job types do you offer?
As a perioperative or theatre nurse with Pulse, you can work on a casual or temporary basis, accepting shifts in your local area. You can also explore regional and rural areas of the country through our contract roles. Our contract assignments last for around four weeks and have the potential to be extended.
Where are your perioperative and theatre nurse jobs located?
Locations where we have perioperative and theatre nurse jobs available include:
- Alice Springs
- Brisbane
- Cairns
- Darwin
- Gold Coast
- Melbourne
- Perth
- Sunshine Coast
- Sydney
- Wollongong
How much can a theatre nurse expect to earn?
Theatre nurse pay rates vary depending on factors such as your experience level, work location and the healthcare provider. Theatre nurses can expect to earn between $57 –$ 105 per hour.
For a free resume assessment to see how much you could earn, contact our team today.
What benefits are available for perioperative and theatre nurses working with Pulse?
Those in our theatre nurse candidate pool can enjoy the following benefits:
- Free travel and accommodation for contract assignments
- Experienced consultants committed to finding you your perfect role
- Leading agency pay rates
- A variety of job opportunities across the country
- An easy-to-use roster app to schedule your shifts
- 24/7 support from our consultants and after-hours team
- Bonuses and allowances for select contract placements
- A refer-a-friend scheme
- A variety of shifts are available
What skills do I need to work as a perioperative or theatre nurse?
Successful theatre nurses will have the following skills:
- Attention to detail
- The ability to focus for long periods
- A flexible and collaborative approach
- Quick reactions to emergencies
- Strong prioritisation and organisation skills
- Fantastic communication skills
What qualifications do I need to work as a perioperative or theatre nurse?
A perioeprative or theatre nurse needs a Bachelor of Nursing (BoN) undergraduate degree. All healthcare professionals in Australia also need an AHPRA registration.
How do I find perioperative, theatre and scrub scout nurse jobs with Pulse?