Registered nurse - orthopaedics

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Location

onsite, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Salary

$54k – $72k/yr

Commitment

Part Time

Level

Junior (<2 years)

Required skills

Orthopaedic nursingSurgical nursingClinical assessmentPatient careCommunicationInterpersonal skillsTeamworkTime managementCustomer servicePost-operative care

Job Description

Company Description

Cairns Private Hospital in tropical Cairns in far north Queensland, Australia, is a modern, well-equipped facility which offers a comprehensive range of medical and allied services. Situated only 150 metres back from the Cairns Esplanade, the Hospital is easy walking distance from the heart of the tourist mecca of Cairns. Owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, Cairns Private Hospital is committed to the provision of first class medical care for the people of the region and the thousands of tourists who visit the area.

Ramsay Health Care is one of the largest and most respected private hospital operators in the country. The company is strongly committed to further developing the already high quality patient facilities and services at Cairns Private Hospital to meet the future health care needs of patients in the Cairns area.

Job Description

Join our 28-bed Orthopaedic Ward and make a real difference for patients undergoing total joint replacements, upper and lower limb procedures, and spinal surgery. We are seeking passionate Registered Nurses to join our collaborative team.

Permanent part-time positions available.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring a strong clinical skillset in a hospital setting. Your excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and passion for client care will assist in providing a high standard of customer focused service, in line with Ramsay’s core values.

You will also bring:

  • Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
  • Minimum 12 months' post-graduate experience; surgical or orthopaedic experience preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Availability to work a rotating 7-day roster

If you are committed to providing high-quality care in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

Employee Benefits

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

  • Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
  • Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
  • Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
  • Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
  • Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Remuneration: On offer is a base hourly rate ranging from $41.16 - $55.63 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances. (QLD RN/Midwife Level 1 gr1-gr8)

Additional Information

Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months. According to the role, Ramsay may require proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

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Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Cairns Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online.

Applications close: 23rd October 2026

Reference number: JR116262

Please Note: Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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