Clinical Nurse Specialist Anaesthetics

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join our anaesthetic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled nurse to contribute to our operating theatre services, providing expert care to patients undergoing a variety of surgical procedures.

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Anaesthetics, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe and effective delivery of anaesthetic services. You will act as a clinical leader, mentor, and resource for your colleagues, contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives and upholding the highest standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical care and assessment to patients requiring anaesthesia, across a range of surgical specialities.
• Assist Anaesthetists with the administration and monitoring of anaesthesia.
• Manage patient airways, ensure adequate ventilation, and monitor haemodynamic stability.
• Act as a resource and mentor for junior nursing team members, facilitating their professional development.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies and procedures related to anaesthetic nursing.
• Contribute to risk management and quality improvement activities within the operating theatre.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant professional, ethical, and legal standards.

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Postgraduate qualification in Anaesthetic Nursing or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Registered Nurse or Clinical Nurse Specialist in anaesthetic nursing.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable Criteria

• Participation in relevant professional organisations.
• Experience in clinical education or preceptorship.

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months.
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Tamara Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 28th July 2026

Reference number: JR113895

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.