Job Description
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About the role
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Mater Private Hospital Townsville is seeking applications for an Enrolled Nurse to join our Surgical ward. We offer excellent flexibility, with opportunities ranging from Permanent Part-Time 0.6 FTE through to 0.8FTE. Choose the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle! To be considered for this opportunity, this role requires participation in a 24/7 rotating roster including morning, afternoon, and night shifts.
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Our 38 bed Surgical Ward provides care to patients across a diverse range of specialties, including orthopaedics, general surgery, urology, gynaecology, plastics, ENT and bariatric surgery. Our team delivers high-quality, patient-centered care throughout the surgical journey, from pre-operative preparation through to post-operative recovery and discharge planning.
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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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As an Enrolled Nurse you will provide patient-centred nursing care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse on duty.
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Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care while acting as patient advocate
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Demonstrating clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients during perioperative journey
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Working collaboratively with the nursing team to provide exceptional care every time
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Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth
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About you
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Have current registration with AHPRA as an Enrolled Nurse with no notations
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Demonstrated experience in a surgical setting highly regarded not essential
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Minimum of 1 year post grad working in an acute hospital setting
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Ability to work in an ever-changing and fast paced environment
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Be able to manage your time effectively to meet deadlines and recognise priority tasks
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Work within a multi-disciplinary team environment with a focus on exceptional patient-centered care and customer service
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Digital and computer proficiency
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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 advantages
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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 on-site 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 Cutting-edge 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, adaptable 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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📌 Enrolled Nurse - Surgical (Townsville)
🏢 Mater Group
📍 Townsville