Job Overview & Context

Mater Hospital Brisbane has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced Registered Nurse to join the General Surgery Ward (Ward 8B) in a permanent, full-time or part-time role. In this role, you will enjoy being part of a team of professionals who take pride in providing the highest level of patient care. The successful applicants will be responsible for providing quality care to pre and post-surgical patients including General Surgical, Colorectal, Gynae Oncology, Plastics and Reconstruction, Breast and Endocrine, Urology, and Vascular patients.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care.
• Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care.
• Implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision.
• Working collaboratively with the nursing team to provide exceptional care every time.
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current AHPRA nursing registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions).
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in General Surgery, Colorectal or another similar field.

Skills & Competencies

• Skills with infusion pain management and CVADs.
• Ability to work in an ever-changing and fast paced environment.
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels.
• Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision-making skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is always delivered to patients at all times.

Salary, Benefits & Perks

• Salary range: $44.06 – $56.52 per hour plus superannuation.
• Access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 plus meal and entertainment benefits.
• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education.
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams.
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance.
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation and more.
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program.
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking.
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots.

About the Employer / Facility

• Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across multiple hospitals.
• Leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising, philanthropy, and research.
• A purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

Location & Shift Details

• Location: South Brisbane, Queensland.
• Facility: Mater Hospital Brisbane, Ward 8B.
• Work type: Permanent, full-time or part-time.
• Shift details: Involves working 24/7 rotating rostered shifts including early, late, night, and weekend shifts.

How to Apply

Applications close Wednesday, 30th September 2026. Please note, applicants may be contacted prior to the closing date, so early application is encouraged. Direct applications only — recruitment agencies are not being engaged at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks including criminal history, working rights, medical, and working with children checks. Apply via the official application link.