Employment Type: Permanent Full Time / Permanent Part Time – Job Share may be considered
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 pa / $40.03 - $56.20 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Applications Close: 12 July 2026 – 11:59pm
Registered Nurse – Operating Theatres
Orange Health Service
About the role
Are you ready to take your perioperative nursing career to the next level in a growing and evolving environment? Join us at Orange Hospital, the major referral centre for Western NSW, where you’ll be part of a high-performing operating theatre team committed to delivering patient-centred care and driving innovation in rural health. It’s not often we have vacancies — however nurses who have grown their careers with us have advanced into senior roles in larger hospitals and others are now enjoying a well-earned retirement lifestyle. This is your chance!
With five operating theatres, a procedural room, and a 10-bay recovery unit, our department supports a wide range of surgical specialties including trauma, orthopaedics, upper GI, urology, ENT, obstetrics and gynaecology, and ophthalmology. As a Registered Nurse in our theatres, you’ll have the opportunity to rotate across subspecialties, access mentorship, and contribute to research and quality improvement initiatives.
Why Join Us?
At Orange, we’re not just growing services — we’re building a culture of clinical excellence, leadership and lifelong learning. We offer:
A fast-track pathway to Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), with structured support through our clinical ladder learning model to support you to learn and grow at every stage of your career.
Opportunities to lead change — including roles in quality improvement, education, and research.
A highly supportive team, led by proactive leaders and Clinical Nurse Educator.
Protected time for CNSs to manage administrative duties, equipment oversight and staff development.
Flexible rostering, short commutes, and the chance to enjoy life in an affordable, beautiful, regional town known for its lifestyle and community.
Whether you’re an experienced perioperative nurse looking to shape the future of a growing service, to step into leadership, or are at an early stage in your career - this is your moment. Our team is has a shared vision of clinical excellence, mentorship, and continuity, and we’re looking for professionals who want to be part of something meaningful.
You'll need to participate in a 7-day roster, including on-call shifts out of hours, and bring strong communication, attention to detail, and a team-focused mindset. Above all, we want someone who sees the bigger picture — inspiring others, lifting standards, and making rural health stronger.
Come and help us create a thriving, forward-thinking perioperative team – and build a career you’ll be proud of.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at https://www.nsw.gov.au/regional-and-primary-industries/makethemove/welcome-experience
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
- Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
- Upload your current resume
- Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Vickie Rapley, Nurse Manager on (02) 6369 3243 or at [email protected] or more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
- To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
- For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
