Registered Nurse (Theatre - Urology)

• Base salary from $76,868 - $107,956 (Registered Nurse level Year 2-8 salary based on experience) + 12% Superannuation + access to the full salary packaging benefit with Maxxia to maximise your take-home pay.
  
• Be part of Australia's only university-owned academically integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged
  
• Permanent full time and part time opportunities available

Join a leading surgical team and advance your perioperative career in urology at Australia's most innovative academic health precinct

Macquarie University Health has an exciting opportunity for experienced Registered Nurses to join our Urology Theatre team on a permanent basis, with full-time and part-time hours available.

Working within our state-of-the-art operating theatres, you will be part of a dedicated, highly skilled multidisciplinary team delivering outstanding surgical care across a wide range of urological procedures. This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated perioperative nurse who thrives in a dynamic theatre environment and is looking to grow their career within a supportive, academically integrated health organisation that is celebrating its 15-year anniversary.

Extensive training and ongoing professional development will be provided to the successful candidate. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of healthcare, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

In this role, you will play a vital part in the delivery of a broad range of urological procedures, including endoscopic, laparoscopic and open surgeries. Working closely with surgeons, anaesthetists and fellow theatre staff, you will ensure procedures are conducted smoothly, safely and to the highest clinical standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and setting up surgical instruments and specialised urological equipment for each procedure
  
• Performing scrub and/or scout duties across a range of urological surgeries
  
• Conducting thorough pre-operative safety checks in line with best-practice perioperative protocols
  
• Handling and operating essential specialised equipment including endoscopic systems, laser devices and irrigation systems
  
• Assisting the surgical team throughout procedures to ensure optimal patient outcomes
  
• Maintaining a safe, sterile theatre environment and adhering to infection prevention and control standards
  
• Contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives and participating in team education activities

About Us

Macquarie University Health is Australia's first and only fully integrated academic health sciences centre, bringing together Macquarie University Hospital, Clinics and the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University. Our unique model connects clinical care, education and research on a single campus, enabling us to deliver innovative, evidence-based healthcare and outstanding patient experiences. We are proud to be celebrating our 15-year anniversary of excellence in healthcare.

About You

You are a skilled and dedicated perioperative Registered Nurse with strong experience in the scrub and/or scout role and a genuine passion for delivering safe, high-quality surgical care. You bring a collaborative approach, thrive in a fast-paced theatre environment and are committed to your ongoing professional growth.

Selection Criteria

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
  
• Demonstrated experience as a scrub and/or scout nurse, with experience in urology surgical procedures highly desirable
  
• Experience working with urological surgical equipment and technologies such as endoscopic systems, laser devices and irrigation systems (preferred)
  
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, communication and information technology skills
  
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with peers and patients using a strong customer service focus
  
• Well-developed computer skills including use of electronic medical records systems, Microsoft Word, Excel and web-based research
  
• Ability to work autonomously in the scrub and/or scout role while maintaining high clinical standards and a strong commitment to ongoing professional development

How to Apply

To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).

Applications Close: Sunday, 10th May 2026, 11:59pm AEST

**We reserve the right to progress or not proceed with applications prior to the closing date, and to close the advertisement early if required**

**Please note this position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights**

General Enquiries: Please contact Talent Acquisition Consultant, Bill Egarchos at bill.egarchos@mq.edu.au

Why Join Us?

You'll play a key role in shaping the future of integrated healthcare in Australia. You'll join a supportive, collaborative team that is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centred care backed by world-class research and teaching.

At Macquarie University Health, we know working together leads to better health outcomes. This happens when clinicians, researchers, students and staff unite to improve lives through compassionate, coordinated, effective care that is centred around the patient. We are celebrating our 15-year anniversary.

As Australia's first fully integrated academic health precinct on a university campus, we translate research into faster diagnoses, better treatments and integrated, evidence-based recovery pathways. In this environment, our students receive unique, hands-on learning experiences. That's how we Heal. Learn. Discover. ™

We offer fantastic range of Employee Benefits including:

• Salary sacrifices options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us
  
• Post graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs
  
• Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate
  
• Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool

More information about our employee benefits can be found here.

Pre-Employment Checks

Macquarie University Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to Macquarie University Health.

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.