Registered Nurse (BPH) Transition to Scrub Scout Program

• Be paid to train in a 12-week structured transition program, starting 13th October 2025
• Opportunity for current RN with at least 2 years of experience post registration in an acute hospital setting
• Permanent employment from day one, with successful participants to join our team in full-time roles

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) interested in a career in Theatres? Healthscope are offering a career shaping opportunity to train as a Perioperative Nurse, specialising in Scrub Scout.

This role allows you to specialise in Theatres through a contemporary, market leading career pathway program, designed to accelerate qualifications whilst providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment, with guaranteed employment and commitment to ongoing professional development.

As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, Healthscope’s 37 sites offer a range of acute, medical, surgical, mental health and rehabilitation services to the communities we care for.

About the role

• A market leading 12-week Transition to Perioperative Nursing Scrub/Scout program
• Successful participants to join our team in full-time roles
• October 13^th start date with permanent employment as a Scrub/Scout nurse from day one
• Partnering with highly experienced Theatre Clinical Educators dedicated to supporting your development
• Experience a blended learning program with on-the-job training supported by comprehensive training materials and coaching
• National study sessions to connect with fellow participants in the program
• Celebrate your achievements at the program graduation ceremony

About you

• Permanent work rights within Australia with no restrictions (unfortunately temporary visas and sponsorship cannot be considered for this program)
• At least 2 years of experience post registration in an acute hospital setting
• Registered nurse qualification with current AHPRA registration
• National Police Check or be willing to obtain
• A genuine interest and passion for the theatre environment and a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and development
• Monday – Friday (6 – 10 hours) & on call requirements

About us

Set at the top of Wickham Terrace, Brisbane’s busiest medical precinct, above the Roma Street Parklands in the heart of the CBD, Brisbane Private Hospital is an acute and rehabilitation hospital with 181 beds, 17 operating theatres and dedicated surgical, ICU and rehabilitation wards. Brisbane Private Hospital specialises in Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics, Spinal, ENT, Pain and Rehabilitation with additional specialties including Plastics, General Surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Brisbane Private Hospital also delivers a leading private drug and alcohol program, Damascus Health Services, from its dedicated drug and alcohol rehabilitation unit.

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 37 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate, and caring people to allow our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.

To Apply

We look forward to receiving your application. Please click on the 'Apply' button to access our online application form. You’ll need an up-to-date resume and a cover letter to complete your application. For any questions, please contact recruitment@healthscope.com.au

Closing date

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

More Information

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.