Registered Nurse - General Surgery
- Permanent part-time positions available - 64 hours per fortnight
- Variety of shifts available – (am shift, pm shift, night shift)
- Discounted meals and parking
About the opportunity
Gold Coast Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in acute surgical nursing to join our General Surgery Ward on a part-time basis.
This role is best suited to a clinician who is confident managing post-operative surgical patients and thrives in a fast-paced acute care environment. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team.
About us
Established in 2016, Gold Coast Private Hospital is a modern, 339-bed facility located in Southport’s Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct.
With 22 operating theatres, the hospital supports a broad range of specialties including General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, Plastic Surgery, Cardiac Care, Oncology and more. We are committed to clinical excellence and ongoing professional development.
As a Registered Nurse within our General Surgery Ward, you will:
- Deliver safe, evidence-based care to post-operative and acute surgical patients
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Provide education and support throughout recovery and rehabilitation
- Supervise and support junior staff
- Contribute to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Essential Criteria
- Authority to Work in Australia
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute surgical ward (essential)
- Demonstrated experience caring for post-operative surgical patients
- Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent
- Current unrestricted AHPRA registration
- Knowledge of ACQSHC National Standards
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in an acute hospital setting
Please note: This role is not suitable for new graduates or candidates without recent acute surgical nursing experience.
About working for Gold Coast Private Hospital
Gold Coast Private Hospital is currently owned and operated by Healthscope a private hospital operator and healthcare provider and when you join Healthscope you become part of our Community of Care.
In the second half of 2026 Gold Coast Private Hospital is transitioning ownership from Healthscope to Mater and is committed to ensuring a seamless transition for our people and our patients.
Mater is Queensland’s largest for-purpose private healthcare group and for more than 120 years Mater have delivered compassionate care.
Through Mater’s extensive network of hospitals, health centres and related businesses, a nationally accredited education provider, a world-class medical research institute and philanthropic support, Mater are working together to improve the health of our community.
Benefits:
- Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
- Discounted health insurance (perm employees)
- Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
- Gym Passport
- Maxxia reward Program
- Salary Sacrifice and novated lease options
- EAP Services
In addition to the above Benefits, upon transitioning to Mater, Employees will be able to access a range of benefits including Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 per year, volunteering and social impact opportunities and access to staff Mercy Fund and Education Fund.
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: June 11th 2026
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to recruitment@healthscope.com.au
If you are successful, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant nursing experience against the current nursing Enterprise Agreement the "Healthscope - Queensland - Nurses Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025" (salaries range between $41.49 and $52.97 per hour + superannuation)
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.