About the role
Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is seeking a Clinical Nurse to work within our Special Care Nursery team.
This position will be employed on a maximum term 12 month contract, 24 hours per week basis.
Mater has finalised the strategic acquisition of Healthscope's Gold Coast Private Hospital, this is a significant milestone in Mater's commitment to delivering exceptional and compassionate care to Queensland communities.
Based at our Gold Coast Campus, this role will be part of our state-of-the-art 339 bed facility located in Southport.
This facility was established in **** and offers a wide range of specialities across Emergency, Medical Services, Orthopaedics, Bariatrics, Neurosurgery, Plastics, ENT, General Surgery, Obstetrics, Cardiac Care and Oncology.
Salary range: $***** - $***** 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 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.
The Special Care Nursery (SCN) at Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is a 9-cot Special Care Unit.
The SCN includes, but is not limited to caring for babies born at 32 weeks gestation and birth weight of ≥**** grams, it comprises of a High Dependency Unit (HDU) The HDU provides care for babies who meet criteria, providing but not limited to:
Bubble CPAP
Minimally Invasive Surfactant (MIST)
Pneumothorax, drain management
Humidified high flow nasal cannula oxygen
Low flow oxygen
Low birth weight ≥ **** grams
About you




You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding workplace 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
Currently working or have recent experience in SCN
Experience with BCPAP, Intubation and Stabilisation
Post graduate qualification in neonatal nursing or be working towards gaining this qualification
Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem solving skills
Have advanced leadership experience, be articulate and motivated
Provide advanced neonatal nursing care for infants within the Special Care Nursery.
Advanced neonatal expertise and problem-solving skills within the neonatal service and areas of birth.
Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional development to maintain a contemporaneous knowledge base
Why join us?
Mater
is Queensland's largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across
healthcare
,
education
,
fundraising & philanthropy
and
research
.
With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.
At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do.
You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research,



creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.
What's in it for you?
Career growth opportunities
across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
Professional development and learning
through Mater Education and internal development programs
Generous salary packaging
to help maximise your take-home pay
Health and wellbeing support,
including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
Fitness Passport
access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
Discounted parking
and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters
Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.
Be part of something bigger.
Make your move with Mater
.
#GetBetterWithMater
Applications close
Sunday 13th September ****
– 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).
Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.
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.
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📌 Clinical Nurse - Special Care Nursery (Gold Coast)
🏢 Mater Group
📍 Gold Coast