About the role

Mater Hospital Brisbane Perioperative Department currently has an internal vacancy for an experienced Registered Nurse to step into a Clinical Nurse role within Recovery/PACU. This position will be offered on a maximum term 10-month contract, full time 38 hours per week.

This is a key role supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in coordinating safe, high-quality perioperative care, with a focus on leadership, staff development, and clinical governance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Salary range: $54.45 - $58.30 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 advanced clinical support across PACU
• Lead by example to uphold safe, efficient care throughout the patient journey
• Assist in managing daily operations and responding to clinical escalation
• Support quality and safety initiatives including risk, audits, and infection prevention
• Mentor and guide junior staff, contributing to a culture of continuous learning
• Maintain current clinical knowledge aligned with best practice standards

This maximum-term role offers an excellent opportunity to step into a senior clinical leadership position and contribute meaningfully to the ongoing development of our perioperative service.

About you

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
• Must have more than 3 years’ experience in PACU
• 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
• Extensive knowledge of current National ANZCA standards as well as ACORN Standards and their alignment with the Perioperative Department

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

Applications close on Tuesday 2nd September 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.