Job no:
******
Work type:
Permanent
Location:
South Brisbane
Categories:
Registered Nurse/Midwife
About the role
The Mater Mothers' Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic
Registered Nurses
to join their
Special Care Nursery
Team.
We have
permanent and maximum-term
positions available,
part-time or full-time
.
Successful applicants will need to be available to work all shifts on a 24/7 roster.
The Neonatal Critical Care Unit is a 79 bed highly specialised and complex service which provides care for approximately **** babies per year.
It is comprised of 47 intensive care beds, separated into Preterm/Medical and Cardiac/Surgical units, and 32 Special Care beds, a Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist service aimed at admission avoidance and an early discharge program, HOPE (Home for our Patients Earlier).
Care provided in our Special Care Nursery is highly collaborative, multidisciplinary and delivered in accordance with current evidence and best practice standards.
Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, our Registered Nurses make up a vital and respected part of the nursing team at Mater.
Key duties and responsibilities will include:
Utilising a structured approach carry out comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments of sick and preterm neonates.
Within scope of practice, implement planned evidence-based nursing interventions and contribute to the nurse-led model of care program for eligible babies.
Act as an advocate, ensuring babies and their families are informed and consent is gained prior to care or interventions being provided.




Provide care and support for babies requiring non-invasive respiratory support and central venous access.
Contribute to the maintenance of an environment which promotes safety, security and personal integrity of individual patients, their families and the broader community
Maintain and adhere to Infection Control policies and practices
Complies with organisational policies, procedures, work instructions and guidelines
Ensure confidentiality of corporate and patient information.
About you
To be successful in this position, you will have:
Current AHPRA nursing registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
Hold or willingness to work towards a postgraduate qualification in Neonatal Care
Availability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster
A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote Mater values
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with avariety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Patient centric approach to care with a commitment to ensuring quality and individualised care is always delivered to patients
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 Creative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team
Applications close: Tuesday 15th September ****
All successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).
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.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
Advertised:
25 Aug **** E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:
15 Sep **** E. Australia Standard Time
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📌 Registered Nurse - Special Care Nursery (Brisbane)
🏢 Mater Health Services
📍 Brisbane