About the role
Mater Hospital Springfield has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse to join our Outpatients Department in this permanent full-time position.
This is a key leadership role within the Outpatients Department, providing advanced clinical nursing care while supporting the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) in the operational management, strategic development, and continuous improvement of the service.
The successful applicant will be a proactive and motivated clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving excellence in patient care. In addition to delivering high-quality clinical care, you will lead designated portfolios, support quality and safety initiatives, contribute to staff development, and assist with the ongoing growth and development of the department.
You will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centred care, while fostering a positive and high-performing team culture.
Salary range: $57.48 - $61.55 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you’ll be doing
As a valued member of our Outpatients team, you will:
- Deliver advanced, evidence-based nursing care that promotes exceptional patient outcomes and experiences
- Provide clinical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff and members of the multidisciplinary team
- Support the Nurse Unit Manager with the day-to-day operational management of the department
- Lead and manage designated clinical portfolios, ensuring achievement of key objectives and continuous service improvement
- Drive quality improvement activities, accreditation requirements, risk management initiatives, and patient safety programs
- Contribute to workforce planning, staff development, education, and performance improvement activities
- Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical policies, procedures, and evidence-based practice initiatives
- Coordinate patient flow and operational activities to ensure efficient and effective service delivery
- Actively identify opportunities for innovation and service development to support the growth of the Outpatients Department
- Foster strong working relationships with medical officers, allied health clinicians, and external stakeholders
- Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Support change management processes and implementation of new models of care
- Ensure compliance with professional, organisational, and legislative standards
- Advocate for patients and their families to ensure patient-centred care remains at the forefront of service delivery
About you
You are an experienced and enthusiastic Clinical Nurse who demonstrates initiative, leadership, and a passion for service development.
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
- Tertiary qualification and postgraduate qualification in a relevant specialty
- Minimum three years' experience in an outpatient, ambulatory care, or acute hospital setting
- Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to influence, motivate, and support others
- Experience leading or contributing to quality improvement, governance, or service development initiatives
- Demonstrated ability to manage portfolios and deliver outcomes aligned to organisational priorities
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proven ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient-centred care, and continuous professional development
- A desire to contribute to the ongoing growth, innovation, and success of the Outpatients Department
- Commitment to Mater’s values and a positive attitude towards continuous professional development and patient care
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. #GETBETTERWITHMATER
Applications close Sunday, 9th August 2026 –please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies 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).
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