Registered Nurse - Post Anaesthetic Care Unit

About the opportunity   

The purpose of the Registered Nurse in Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) is to provide post operative cares to patients both adult and paediatric, immediately following general/regional anaesthetics. The Registered Nurse is to provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the 18-bed bay PACU to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care.  

The PACU supports the 15 Operating Theatres and outlie areas such as Medical Imaging and Cathlab. Continuous Shift work and on call is mandatory for all staff working within this unit.

PLEASE NOTE - This is a permanent part-time role, working 32 hours per fortnight.

Role requirements

• Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.

The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:

• • Comprehensively assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.
  • Knowledge of legal and professional responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated Airway management skills.
  • Demonstrated skills and knowledge in the role of a PACU nurse as outlined in ACORN and ANZCA PS04.
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with the multidisciplinary team, patients and other stakeholders, including participation in relevant networks.
  • High standard of written and oral communication skills within the multidisciplinary team, patients and their families.
  • Use or learn to use information systems appropriate to the position.
  • Provide clinical education and support and demonstrate own ongoing professional development.
  • Competency as outlined in the NMBA - Registered nurse standards for practice.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $44.06 - $56.51 p.h. (NG5)
• 6 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 14% loading
• Professional Development allowance and leave
• Locality and Uniform allowance
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Apply now

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Tanya Schafer on (07) 4433 3373

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV681861

Applications close: Tuesday, 19 May 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.