About the role

Mater at Home is currently seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Assistants in Nursing to join our dedicated team on a permanent basis. These positions offer multiple hours and are based at our South Brisbane campus.

The Mater at Home Assistant in Nursing is a dynamic role providing broad support for activities of daily living to Mater at Home patients. Mater at Home operates to deliver a high standard of care in the safety and comfort of a person’s residence.

Salary range: $32.20 - $33.88 per hour plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

• Provide personal care to acutely unwell clients in their own homes, including assistance with hygiene, mobility, and nutrition.
• Perform basic clinical observations and promptly report changes in patient condition to the supervising Registered Nurse.
• Assist with maintaining clinical supplies and equipment in patients’ homes.
• Support the Registered Nurse in assessing, planning, and evaluating patient care.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and secure healthcare environment for patients and staff.
• Stock maintenance, including rotation and restocking.
• Equipment cleaning and general maintenance.
• Defrosting, cleaning and monitoring the temperature of clinical refrigeration.
• Storage unit cleaning and general maintenance i.e. cupboards, shelves and trolleys.
• Transportation of specimens and medical records on campus and within the community.
• Promote patient dignity, independence, and well-being through respectful and culturally sensitive care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Adhere to Mater’s policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct, including infection control and safety protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

About you

• Hold a current open driver’s licence with no restrictions.
• Certificate III qualification in Individual Support or Health Services Assistance or studying towards equivalent or higher qualification.
• Prior comparable experience as an Assistant in Nursing highly desired. 
• Previous experience in community care will be highly regarded.
• Digital and computer proficiency, extending to Microsoft 365 applications.
• High standard of communication skills.
• Ability to liaise with other clinical staff as required.
• Capacity to work harmoniously with others in a team.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• 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 (just to name a few!)
• 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
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

For more information regarding the role, please contact Frank Cembrano on 07 3163 6602    

Applications close on 16th July 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.