We are looking for an experienced Orthopaedic Theatre Nurse with 3+ years of focused experience in orthopaedic perioperative care. Join a leading healthcare provider in Queenstown and play an essential role in delivering exceptional care to surgical patients. If you're passionate about advancing your skills in a collaborative and supportive environment, this opportunity may be perfect for you.
Key Responsibilities: Deliver comprehensive perioperative care for orthopaedic patients, including pre-op assessments, intra-op support, and post-op recovery. Work closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, and a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best patient outcomes. Ensure a sterile and safe environment, adhering to high standards of infection control. Prepare and maintain operating theatres, ensuring all equipment is ready and operational. Provide clear communication and guidance to patients and their families throughout the surgical process. Engage in ongoing professional development and support quality improvement initiatives. Qualifications and Skills: Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. 3+ years of theatre nursing experience with a strong focus on orthopaedic procedures. Skilled in orthopaedic surgical techniques, with knowledge of advanced surgical equipment. Excellent teamwork and communication skills, essential in a fast-paced theatre environment. Dedicated to patient safety and high standards of clinical care. Benefits: Fully funded health insurance for employees working 20+ hours per week, including coverage for qualifying pre-existing conditions. Additional leave, including Nurses Appreciation Day and five weeks of annual leave after five years of service. Professional development support, with funded preceptor qualifications and graduate/postgraduate study opportunities. Work-life balance initiatives, including Christmas and New Year breaks to spend quality time with family. Access to workplace wellbeing programs, with resources on physical and mental health, nutrition, and financial wellbeing. Applications: If you would like to discuss this opportunity in further detail, please contact me on the email below. Please note, applicants who do not meet the above criteria will receive an automated email of unsuitability.
Morgan Weastell
Account Manager - South Island
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