Orthopaedic Theatre Nurse

Orthopaedic Theatre Nurse
Location: Timaru – Private Hospital
Hours: 0.6 FTE up to Full-time (Monday to Friday)
Shifts: Between 7:00am – 8:00pm
Salary: $44 – $54.56 per hour (depending on experience)
We are seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Theatre Nurse to join a well-established private hospital in Timaru. This is a fantastic opportunity for a theatre nurse who enjoys working in orthopaedics and is looking to join a supportive, highly experienced surgical team in a modern private hospital environment.
This role focuses on 100% elective orthopaedic procedures, with a strong and consistent caseload including joint replacements (hips, knees, shoulders) and a high volume of ACL reconstructions. The team typically manages around 5 joint cases per day across two theatre lists.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality perioperative nursing care across elective orthopaedic procedures
• Scrub and/or circulate for a range of surgeries including joints and ACLs
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and optimal clinical outcomes throughout the surgical journey
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, and the wider theatre team
• Maintain strong communication across the multidisciplinary team

About the Team

• Team of approximately 25 staff across theatre services
• Highly experienced, senior team, with a collaborative approach where staff support across specialties
• Reporting to an experienced Theatre Manager (3–4 years in role), with additional support from two Clinical Leads
• Supported by an in-house Theatre Educator and strong professional development culture

About You

• Registered Nurse with orthopaedic theatre experience
• Confident supporting elective orthopaedic procedures (joints, ACLs highly desirable)
• Strong communication skills – essential for success in this team
• Team-focused with a commitment to high standards of patient care
• Ability to work flexibly across a small, collaborative team environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate: $44 – $54.56 depending on experience
• Flexible FTE: 0.6 up to full-time
• Monday–Friday work – no weekend lists
• Additional allowances:
  
  • $7.50 per hour when working as a Surgical Nurse Assistant
  • $14 per shift allowance for shifts extending beyond 6:30pm
• Ongoing professional development, including postgraduate study support
• Relocation support of up to $2,000 (for eligible candidates)
• Supportive, close-knit team environment within a private hospital setting

Additional Information This vacancy has arisen due to team growth and the recent relocation of a staff member. The hospital is looking to strengthen its already experienced team with an additional skilled RN who can contribute positively to both clinical outcomes and team culture.


RWR HEALTH 
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Should this role not be ideal for you, but you have someone in mind that you feel could be perfect, please do let us know as we are offering  $500  cash for you, should your introduction be successful with the opportunity.
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