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Transition to Perioperative Practice Program – InstrumentCirculating Registered Nurse

NSW Health

Job Location:

Belmont, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 41 - 57

Posted: 16 September 2026 (15 hours ago)

Application Deadline: 14 December 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Step Into Perioperative Nursing Your Next Career Move Starts Here

Remuneration:$41.22 - $57.88 Per Hour Salary Packaging Super
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until February 2028
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Hours Per Week: 32 hours per week
Location: Belmont Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ692533

Application Close Date: Sunday 27th September 2026

Ready to Take Your Nursing Career into the Theatre

Step into perioperative nursing with Belmont Hospital and turn your passion for patient care into a rewarding new career pathway.
Our Transition to Perioperative Practice Program provides structured education hands-on clinical experience and dedicated support to help you confidently transition into the operating theatre environment.
Gain practical experience across Instrument and Circulating Nurse roles developing specialist skills while working alongside experienced nurses educators and senior staff.

Why join us

Youll be supported by experienced Nurse Unit Managers Clinical Nurse Educators and senior nursing staff with a comprehensive orientation and supernumerary shifts to help you transition confidently into perioperative practice.
Youll have the opportunity to:

Develop specialised perioperative nursing skills in a supportive environment.
Gain hands-on experience across Instrument and Circulating Nurse roles.
Strengthen your clinical knowledge decision-making and critical thinking.
Learn from experienced perioperative nurses and educators.
Receive ongoing feedback guidance and professional support.
Build a strong foundation for a future career in perioperative nursing.

Successful completion of the programs theoretical component is an essential part of the position allowing you to demonstrate your understanding and application of perioperative knowledge in clinical practice.

A Workplace Where You Can Grow

Join Belmont Hospitals four-theatre Operating Suite a busy and progressive service providing high-quality surgical care to the local community. Youll be part of a supportive and collaborative team where learning teamwork and professional development are encouraged.

Were looking for a motivated Registered Nurse who is ready to learn grow and develop specialist skills in perioperative nursing. Youll bring a genuine interest in perioperative practice strong communication and teamwork skills attention to detail initiative and a positive attitude. Youll also be adaptable and comfortable working in a busy theatre environment.

Essential Requirements
To be successful you will have:

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
Completion of a 12-month New Graduate Program or equivalent acute hospital experience.
Commitment to patient safety infection prevention and quality care.
Availability to work Monday to Friday.

Ready to Make the Move

Take the next step in your nursing career with Belmont Hospital and gain valuable specialist experience in a supportive perioperative team.

Located on the shores of Lake Macquarie Belmont offers the perfect balance of career development and lifestyle with Newcastle just a short drive away and easy access to beaches cafés restaurants and the wider Hunter region.

Benefits include:

4 weeks annual leave pro-rata for part-time employees.
Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
Salary packaging options - up to $11600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.
Access to ongoing education learning and professional development opportunities.
The opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of clinical and non-clinical professionals.

Build your skills grow your career and enjoy where you work join the team at Belmont Hospital.

Need more information
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Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Christine Overend on

Additional information:

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 Healths 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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.

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.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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: Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit: is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024015: 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.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases relocation expenses and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees long service leave paid maternity leave and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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