Clinical Nurse Specialist - Vascular

• Clinical Nurse Specialist Operating Theatres
• (Vascular Instrument Nurse)
• Full Time position

Norwest Private Hospital: A Commitment to PatientCentred Care

At Norwest Private Hospital we prioritize the needs and wellbeing of our patients above all else. Our dedicated team comprises highly skilled surgeons specialist doctors compassionate nurses allied health professionals and efficient support and administration staff. Together we strive to deliver an exceptional healthcare experience that encompasses every aspect of patient care.

Equipped with cuttingedge technology and advanced robotics Norwest Private Hospital offers a comprehensive range of surgical medical and obstetric services. While we are particularly renowned for our expertise in orthopaedics neurosurgery cardiac surgery and cardiology we also take pride in being a preferred choice for expecting mothers and growing families ensuring tailored care throughout their journey.

Nestled in the rapidly evolving North West corridor of Sydney Norwest Private Hospital is proudly operated by Healthscope a prominent provider of private healthcare in Australia. With 277 beds our facility is designed to accommodate high acuity needs complemented by a fully equipped Emergency Department situated in Bella Vista.

We invite you to experience the dedication and excellence that define patient care at Norwest Private Hospital where innovation meets compassion in a supportive environment for all.

The Role

Due to an increase in speciality case load this position has become available and provides agreat platform to future leadership positions. We are looking for an enthusiastic experiencedinstrument nurse to join and further build our dynamic vascular team in this pivotal position.

Our Department

Our Operating Theatre complex has 16 theatres 32 first stage recovery bays as well as an additional 32 second stage chairs.

Our specialties include General (including laparoscopic) Colorectal Bariatric Orthopaedic Cardiothoracic ENT Plastics Paediatric Oral & Dental Gynaecology & Obstetrics Ophthalmic Robotics Gastroenterology Neurosurgery Urologyand Vascular surgery

The Clinical Nurse Specialist will be responsible for:

• Adhering to ACORN standards and Hospital policy and procedure
• Providing evidenced based nursing care
• Providing clinical expertise and depth to the vascular theatre teams
• Liaising with the multidisciplinary team
• Ensuring patient and staff safety
• Ensuring elearning and Mandatory training is completed on a regular basis

The Clinical Nurse Specialist will fulfil their role within the department with the support of thePerioperative Services Manager Scrub/Scout NUM and Nurse Educator.

Essential Criteria:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• A minimum of four years post graduate experience in the above specialty
• Demonstrated ability act as a patient advocate
• Demonstrated professional manner when working with complex situations
• Advanced communication skills as part of a multidisciplinary team with a willingness to teach and preceptor staff
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including evenings on call and ad hoc Saturdays

Desirable Criteria:

• Post Graduate Qualifications in Perioperative Nursing

Why Healthscope

We care about your career at Healthscope.

No matter where you go within our community of care youll be supported by great team leaders be part of strong innovative teams who always strive for better and have the opportunity to flourish and grow. Our people are at the heart of our organisation no matter the role every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive memorable experiences alongside our quality care in every moment of every day. We are the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia. But why does that matter Our team is made up of over 19000 highly experienced people working across a range of roles and specialisations. Supported by some of the best doctors in nationally we come together to strive for better sharing learnings supporting each other celebrating successes and facing challenges together.

Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development specialisation and education and support our people to grow and flourish.

Come and be the difference in our patients lives.

Applications close: 14 April 2025

To Apply:Please click on the Apply button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions please reach out to

If you are successful in the role you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant registered nursing experience against the current Healthscope and NSWNMA/ANMF NSW Nurses and Midwives Enterprise Agreementa salary ranging from $51.81 $57.48 per hour.

More Information:Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.