Registered Nurses
(Surgical)
ANZSCO ID 254424

Registered Nurses (Surgical) give nursing care to patients with injuries and illness that need surgical intervention. Most of the nurses are employed in the Health Care and Social Assistance industries. 
 
Minimum requirements for registered nurses include a bachelor’s degree, relevant experience, and registration. 
 
 

Job Description

  • prepare, implement and assess nursing care for patients as per nursing practice and standards.
  • consult with other health staff members and work together to care of patients.
  • facilitate therapies, treatments and interventions and monitor responses to care and treatment plans 
  • promote health education through participation in health-related initiatives 
  • disclose information to patients and families about care and treatment 
  • supervise the work of enrolled nurses and other health care workers