Registered Nurse - Bank

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

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Casual Bank Registered Nurse (RN) – Anaesthetics & PACU

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre – Melbourne VIC
Classification: RN Year 3 to RN Year 8 (ZU5 to ZU11) 
Work Type: Casual

Join a team redefining cancer care.

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is one of the world's leading cancer research, education and treatment centres — and Australia's only public hospital solely dedicated to cancer.

We are seeking experienced Anaesthetic and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurses to join our Casual Nurse Bank, supporting our specialist Perioperative Services.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team delivering exceptional care to patients undergoing cancer surgery, while enjoying the flexibility of casual employment.

Why Peter Mac?

• Work in a purpose-built, internationally recognised cancer centre


• Flexible casual weekday shifts within our specialist Perioperative Services


• Be part of a supportive, collaborative and highly skilled nursing team


• Access professional development and ongoing education opportunities


• Deliver innovative, evidence-based care in a state-of-the-art surgical environment

About the Role

As a member of the Casual Nurse Bank, you will provide specialist nursing care within our Anaesthetic and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU), supporting a broad range of oncological surgical procedures.

Working alongside anaesthetists, surgeons and the multidisciplinary perioperative team, you will contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality care throughout the perioperative journey, including:

• Providing skilled nursing care during the anaesthetic phase of surgery


• Delivering comprehensive patient assessment, monitoring and recovery care in PACU


• Recognising and responding promptly to deteriorating patients


• Supporting safe recovery from anaesthesia using evidence-based practice


• Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and experiences


• Maintaining high standards of patient safety, infection prevention and clinical documentation

This role is suited to experienced perioperative nurses who are confident working in a fast-paced tertiary hospital environment and are committed to delivering outstanding patient care.

What You'll Need

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse


• Minimum 12 months' recent Anaesthetic and/or PACU nursing experience in a tertiary acute hospital is essential


• Demonstrated competence in caring for patients undergoing general, regional and monitored anaesthesia


• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making and organisational skills


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills


• Competence using electronic medical records and digital clinical systems


• Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care


• Up-to-date immunisation status


• Availability to work a minimum of 3–4 weekday shifts per fortnight is essential. Preference will be given to applicants who can offer regular, ongoing availability across Monday to Friday.

Highly regarded:

• Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing (Anaesthetics and/or PACU)


• Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification

About You

You are a compassionate, adaptable and experienced perioperative nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment. You demonstrate professionalism, sound clinical judgement and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care aligned with Peter Mac's values of Excellence, Compassion and Innovation.

Make a difference. Every shift. Every patient.

Apply now with a brief cover letter and CV outlining your Anaesthetic and/or PACU experience and your availability.

Peter Mac is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
•    Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
•    Discounted health insurance and eye care
•    A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
•    Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
•    Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
•    Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
 
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.  We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.  We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
 
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application.  All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements.  Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.

Hiring Manager: Andrew Pilcher, Director- Nursing Workforce

Email: [email protected]

Applications Close: 11:59pm Monday 27 July 2026 

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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.


• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.


• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.