Registered Nurse - Planned Surgery Access Unit

Reference Number: 2662 

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Planned Surgery Access Unit 

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Part-Time Hours available                                                                 

Hours per Fortnight: upto 80

Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2 (YP2-YP9)

Location: Graham Street 

Closing date: 16/06/2026

For a confidential conversation please contact: Anna McPhillamy on Anna.McPhillamy@GVHealth.org.au 
 

About GV Health:

At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.

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Our region:

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About the role:

We seeking a motivated and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Planned Surgery Access Unit.  This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a team who manages the assessment and bookings of patients on the planned surgery list.  

The position is responsible for:

• Adherence to the Planned Surgery Access Policy and Elective Surgery Information System guidelines
• Achievement of the key performance indicators for elective surgery.
• Booking of all theatre/treatment room sessions in a timely manner and notification of any variances to the relevant parties.
• Allocation and assessment/education of patients in the appropriate pre-admission clinics.
• Provision of written and/or oral notification at each stage of the pre-admission patient journey and the recording of relevant documentation in the elective booklets.
• Management of the not ready for care patients, ensuring that relevant follow up is occurring.
• Assist with audits of the elective waiting list against the Planned Surgery Access Policy.
• Provide a high-quality service to internal customers and consumers that reflects best practice and adds value to GV Health
• Assist the organisation in achieving clinical effectiveness by providing the appropriate systems, information or services to clinical areas

Position Description: HERE

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'

Why work at GV Health? 

• Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. 

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. 

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.