Job Description
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About the role
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Mater Private Hospital Townsville is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Paediatric team on a
casual basis.
Working within a supportive and family-centred environment, you will provide high-quality care to infants, children and adolescents across a range of medical and surgical specialties.
This role operates across a 24/7 rotating roster,
and successful applicants must be available to work morning, afternoon and night shifts.
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Our dedicated Paediatrics Unit provides specialised medical and surgical care for babies, children and adolescents in a welcoming, family-centred environment. From admission through to recovery, we work closely with both children and their families, explaining procedures in a simple and reassuring way to ease concerns and build confidence. We provide expert care across a range of specialties, including dental, ear, nose and throat (ENT), general surgery, orthopaedics, ophthalmology, plastic surgery and urology, ensuring the highest standard of care for our young patients.
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Salary range: $***** - $***** 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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You will become an integral part of the team that is passionate about making a difference in the lives of those you care for, while making a positive contribution to the overall standard of care delivered by the unit. You will join a team of highly skilled multidisciplinary professionals, and your enthusiasm and dedication for nursing will be highly valued within a supportive and professional environment.
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About you
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We are searching for a nurse with a passion for Paediatric care to seamlessly join the team and hit-the-ground-running, continuing your nursing career and providing exceptional care for our patients and their families from day one. As such, you will possess:
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Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
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Minimum 12 months post graduate experience in a acute hospital setting
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Demonstrated paediatric nursing experience is desirable but not essential
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Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem-solving skills
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Strong paediatric focus and passion for providing family centred care
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The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
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A commitment to learn and develop your skills and commitment to the continued quality improvement and best practice principles within your role
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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 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 in office parking
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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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Applications close on Friday 18th 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).
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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 - Paediatrics (Townsville)
🏢 MaterNews
📍 Townsville