About the role

The Mater Cardiac Surgical Neonatal Critical Care Unit is seeking experienced and motivated Clinical Nurses to join the team on a maximum-term contract, with the possibility of extension in a full-time or part-time capacity.

The Neonatal Critical Care Unit is a 79-bed perinatal tertiary referral centre which provides care for approximately 2000 babies per year. Within this unit is a cohort of highly specialised and complex babies requiring intensive care in collaboration with multiple subspecialty teams from the state-wide children’s hospital. You will be part of large multidisciplinary teams caring for babies with cardiac, surgical, neurosurgical, renal and other complex conditions and supporting families as part of our team. 

Salary range $54.44 - $58.30 per hour plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

This role requires you to work all shifts across a 24’7 roster.

What you’ll be doing

As part of our team you will be integral in the progression of evidence-based models of care which are responsive to community needs and assist by providing leadership to promote an environment that is conducive to innovation and change.

Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit you will be responsible for:

• Actively participating in contributing towards the Quality, Safety and Work, Health and Safety processes in the clinical area
• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
• Provide clinical guidance, leadership and education to members of the clinical team in order to ensure consistent  and collaborative implementation of improvement activities
• 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
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic team of passionate nurses.

In order to be successful in this position, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse with Midwife Registration
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a NCCU environment
• Postgraduate neonatal qualification or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the continued quality improvement and best practice principles
• Demonstrated collaborative and engaging team approach and ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Understanding of the Mater mission and values and the ability to engage others in living the values in NCCU
• Desired- completion or enrolment in Preceptor Workshop

This is an excellent opportunity to further hone your leadership skills while making a positive contribution to the overall level of service delivered within this department.

For more information regarding the role, please contact Emma Clem - Nurse Unit Manager NCCU Card/Surg on emma.clem@mater.org.au

Applications close on the 20^th of August 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.

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.