Job Description

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About the role

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Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join their Surgical Ward. We offer excellent flexibility, with opportunities ranging from Permanent Part-Time (0.6 FTE) to Full-time hours through to casual employment. Choose the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle!

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Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton's Surgical Ward is a 25-bed unit providing care across a diverse range of surgical specialties, including orthopaedics, general surgery, urology, ENT, ophthalmology, and plastics. The ward predominantly supports elective surgery patients, offering a well-structured and predictable environment with straightforward admissions and patient pathways. This provides an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals to develop their surgical nursing skills across multiple specialties while delivering high-quality patient-centred care in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

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Salary range: $44.06 - $56.52 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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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:

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- Delivering and evaluating evidence‑based nursing care within your scope of practice
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- Advocating for patients through education, informed consent, and shared decision‑making
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- Act as a patient advocate ensuring patients are informed and consent is gained prior to procedures,
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- Contribute to the maintenance of an environment which promotes safety, security and personal integrity of individual patients and groups,
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- Maintain and adhere to Infection Control policies and practices,
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- Complies with organisational policies, procedures,



work instructions and guidelines,
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About you

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To be successful in this role you will possess:

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- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
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- Minimum of 1 post grad experience working within an acute setting
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- Visa sponsorship may be considered for exceptional international applicants with demonstrated extensive experience in critical care on a medical ward.
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- Availability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including nights and weekends
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- High level skills in problem-solving, communication, coordination and time management
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- The ability to contribute effectively and efficiently within a busy, multidisciplinary team environment
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- Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care and competency in clinical problem solving
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- Available to work across all shifts
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- Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communications and the ability to maintain accurate clinical and assessment data
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Why join us?

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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.

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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.

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What’s in it for you?

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- Growth opportunities opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
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- Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
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- Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
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- Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
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- Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
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- Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
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- A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters
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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.

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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.

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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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📌 Registered Nurse - Surgical (Rockhampton)
🏢 Mater Group
📍 Rockhampton