Job Description

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About the Role

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Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg is seeking a highly skilled Nurse to join our team in a newly created Discharge Coordinator role. The successful applicant will secure Permanent Full Time

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Mater Bundaberg is a 59-bed hospital providing a broad range of surgical, medical and rehabilitation services. Our busy Perioperative Department includes three operating theatres and a procedure room, supporting over 4,400 procedures annually across specialties such as orthopaedics, general surgery, gynaecology and more. With dedicated Surgical and Medical/Rehabilitation wards, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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Salary range: $57.48 - $61.45 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

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What You’ll Be Doing

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In this pivotal role, you will lead and coordinate the patient discharge process, ensuring safe, timely, and effective transitions from hospital to home or post-acute care settings. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care, optimise patient outcomes, and support continuity of care. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who is passionate about care coordination, patient advocacy and service improvement.

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- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualised discharge plans
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- Coordinate and facilitate safe, efficient discharge processes across multidisciplinary teams
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- Collaborate with medical staff, nursing teams, allied health professionals and community services
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- Advocate for patients and their families, ensuring informed decision-making and consent
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- Provide education and support to patients and carers on post-discharge care and follow-up requirements
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- Liaise with external providers including community services,



home health agencies and aged care facilities
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- Identify and manage risks, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
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- Monitor and evaluate patient outcomes post-discharge, addressing any concerns promptly
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- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives
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- Support Nurse Managers in driving best practice, service improvements, and effective discharge planning strategies
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About You

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You are a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with strong clinical expertise and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care. You thrive in a collaborative environment and have the confidence to coordinate complex care needs.

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To be successful, you will have:

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- Current APHRA registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
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- Post graduate qualification ( desirable not essential)
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- Minimum of three years’ experience in an acute clinical setting
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- Strong knowledge of the healthcare system, community services and discharge planning processes
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- Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
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- Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
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- A proactive approach to problem-solving, risk management and service improvement
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- A commitment to ongoing professional development and patient-centred care
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Why join us?

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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 perks
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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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- Enjoy great 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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Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater . #GETBETTERWITHMATER

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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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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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Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

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📌 Clinical Nurse - Discharge Planner (Bundaberg Central)
🏢 Mater Group
📍 Bundaberg Central