Job Description
About the role
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Mater Private Hospital Mackay is seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join our growing Perioperative Services team. We currently have opportunities available within our state-of-the-art Main Theatre complex, with a particular focus on Scrub/Scout Nurses to support our ophthalmology surgical services. We are also recruiting Day Surgery Nurses for positions within our standalone Eye Clinic on Welling Street, working in a specialised ophthalmology day surgery setting. Ophthalmology experience is highly regarded; however, we welcome applications from experienced perioperative nurses looking to develop their skills in this rewarding specialty.
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Our Main Theatres operate Monday to Friday between 7:00am and 9:00pm, with occasional Saturday lists, offering a variety of shift options. We pride ourselves on providing excellent work-life balance and flexibility, with Permanent Full-Time, Permanent Part-Time and Casual opportunities available to suit your lifestyle and career goals. Join a supportive and collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional patient care across both our hospital and specialist eye services.
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Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards you will be responsible for:
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Facilitating the surgeon within the theatre setting, supporting and collaborating with the theatre team to provide excellent patient centered care
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Preparation of the operating theatre and preparing patients for surgery ensuring all documentation is completed.
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Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
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Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
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About you
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To be successful in this role you will possess:
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Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
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Minimum of 1 years' experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital perioperative setting
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At least 1 years' recent Scrub/Scout or day surgery experience
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Experience working on ophthalmology cases highly desirable
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Relevant postgraduate qualifications will be highly regarded although not essential
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Ability to work in an ever-changing and fast paced environment
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A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels
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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.
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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.
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Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
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Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
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Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
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Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
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Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
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Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
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Convenient, discounted on-site parking
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Enjoy excellent food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
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Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
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Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.
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Job no: ******
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Work type: Permanent
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Location: Mackay
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Categories: Registered Nurse/Midwife
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Advertised: 07 Aug **** E. Australia Standard Time
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Applications close:
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📌 Registered Nurse (North Mackay)
🏢 Mater Health Services
📍 North Mackay