Nursing Opportunities Surgical Ward - Orthonova Orthopaedic Centre

Join the Team Bringing Orthonova to Life

Orthonova is a collaboration between St John of God Health Care and a group of Perth’s leading orthopaedic surgeons and will deliver a superbly comfortable, individualised patient experience, underpinned by the highest standards of clinical quality and safety.

Opening in March 2027, the centre will set the standard for quality orthopaedic care, supported by clinician input and world-leading technology. The vision is to build a unique centre which is the benchmark in expert, personalised orthopaedic care and education, and at the forefront of technology and sustainability in healthcare.

The centre will comprise of:

• Four state of the art operating theatres
• 38 overnight beds
• 20 chair day surgery and day of surgery lounge (The Lounge)
• A dedicated entry and seamless support services integrated with St John of God Murdoch Hospital with the two hospitals connected via a linking bridge

Orthonova will have a unique presence in the growing Murdoch precinct that will embody sustainability and technology while delivering an unmatched patient experience.

This is a unique opportunity for passionate and innovative nurses to be part of something special, helping to create a new centre of excellence, define its culture, and deliver exceptional care from day one.

We welcome applications from:

• Enrolled Nurses
• Registered Nurses
• Clinical Nurses

To be successful, you will have:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• 12 months relevant surgical nursing experience within an acute hospital setting
• A commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centred care
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A passion for contributing to the development of a new and innovative healthcare service

Why Join Orthonova?

Be part of a once-in-a-career opportunity to help launch a new facility, influence how we work, and create an outstanding experience for our patients and colleagues from day one.

We can offer you 

• Full time, permanent part-time and casual positions, working up to 70 hours a fortnight 
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
  • Novated leasing 
  • work related expenses
  • self-education and
  • additional superannuation
• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs 
• Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance 
• Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts 
• Green travel allowance – if you walk, carpool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per year

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly – so apply today!

If suitable candidates are identified, shortlisting and interviews may begin before the advertisement closes

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.