Clinical Nurse – Surgical

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Clinical Nurse – Surgical

Job role insights

  • Date posted

    September 20, 2026

  • Closing date

    October 20, 2026

  • Location

    Bundaberg

  • Salary

    $57 - $61 /hour

  • Career level

    Healthcare

  • Qualification

    Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Description

Job Overview & Context

Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg is delighted to offer an exciting career advancement opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse. Our inpatient Surgical Ward is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to step into a Clinical Nurse Level 2 role within our team. We offer excellent flexibility, with opportunities ranging from Permanent Part-Time 0.8FTE through to Full-Time.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Providing individual care for patients who have experienced or are at risk of experiencing adverse cardiac events.
  • Delivering high-quality clinical nursing services and associated programs to meet the evolving needs of our patients.
  • Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care.
  • Demonstrating advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care.
  • Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision, along with staffing within budget requirements.
  • Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
  • Experience working as a nurse on either a medical or surgical ward.
  • Post Graduate certificate is desirable not essential.
  • Available to work across all shifts on a 24/7 rotating roster.

Skills & Competencies

  • Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care and competency in clinical problem solving.
  • Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communications and the ability to maintain accurate clinical and assessment data.
  • A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater Values.

Salary, Benefits & Perks

  • Salary range: $57.48 – $61.55 per hour plus superannuation.
  • Access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900.
  • Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways.
  • Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs.
  • Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance.
  • Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts.
  • Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets.

About the Employer / Facility

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg is a trusted healthcare facility delivering compassionate, patient-centred care in a welcoming, community-focused environment.

Location & Shift Details

  • Location: Bundaberg, Queensland.
  • Facility: Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg inpatient department (59-bed facility comprising both surgical and medical/rehabilitation units).
  • Roster: 24/7 rotating roster including morning, afternoon, and night shifts.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted directly via the online application link. Direct applications only — recruitment agencies are not being engaged at this time. Successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks.

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