Careers

Full-time Post Anaesthetic Recovery Unit (PARU) RN

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Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is an internationally recognised independent, not-for-profit cancer hospital leading the way in delivering patient-centred cancer care. It is one of only two comprehensive cancer centres in Australia, characterised by a concentration of world-leading cancer expertise and services in one facility, as well as leadership in clinical care, research, world-leading Biomedical Innovation Hub, and education. The Chris O`Brien Lifehouse model of care is multidisciplinary, patient-centred, and research-based, delivered through integrated and co-located services including Australia’s largest You Can Centre for young people. We seek passionate, caring, and dedicated staff who align with our Founder’s vision of creating a collaborative environment in which, respect, discovery, empowerment, and nurture, thrive in the interests of our patients.

Our hospital is well equipped with the latest technologies that enable us to deliver excellent cancer care.

Full-time Post Anaesthetic Recovery Unit (PARU) RN

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and have experience working in a Post Anaesthesia Recovery Unit, we are keen to talk to you about joining our team at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse. 

Our Recovery unit supports 10 operating theatres, an Interventional Suite and a procedure room that performs a wide variety of simple and complex surgical procedures across a variety of specialties.  The Recovery Nurse is essential to the provision of highly skilled care for our patients in the initial post operative phase.  The successful candidate will be team focused, demonstrates a patient centred care approach, have highly developed clinical skills and be an effective communicator.

If you are looking to challenge yourself, expand your knowledge and work collaboratively in a supportive environment providing outstanding post operative care to patients we’d love to have you onboard.

For any inquiries, please contact Nursing Unit Manager Sarah Jorgenson on +61 2 8514 0319,  sarah.jorgenson@lh.org.au.

Essential Criteria 

• Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Association (AHPRA)
• Minimum 2 years full time equivalent post registration experience 
• Demonstrated professional knowledge and expertise in a Post Anaesthetics Recovery Unit or other critical care environment.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication with an ability to communicate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated organisational skills allowing you to prioritise and manage clinical care efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to provide excellence clinical care with a patient centred care approach

We know Our People are important and that’s what we offer:

• Very Competitive salary rates 
• Full not for profit benefit of $15,900. 
• Meals and entertainment card
• Educational scholarship support on application. 
• Gym access and on-site fitness training. 

Applications close: 10/04/2026

All expressions of interest are welcome!

This is a Category A position. To be employed by Chris O’Brien Lifehouse you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy. Information regarding this Policy is available on our careers website:

http://www.mylifehouse.org.au/aboutlifehouse/careers/

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected, and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies, and processes are truly inclusive and that no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Chris O`Brien Lifehouse values to apply.