Job Description

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About the role

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Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for a Registered Nurse to step up into a Clinical Nurse – Day Surgery Unit, leave coverage opportunity from 12th October 2026 to 6th December 2026.

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This is a senior clinical leadership opportunity within a high-performing Day Surgery Unit, where advanced assessment skills, strong clinical judgement and the ability to coordinate complex patient care are essential. Working in a growing, modern hospital environment, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, high-quality recovery care while supporting operational excellence within the unit.

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Salary range: $57.48 - $61.55 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 clinical leadership role, you will deliver expert nursing care across admissions, stage 2 and discharges, while supporting the coordination and performance of the unit.

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- Lead the team by coordinating patient flow, prioritising care, and managing day-to-day staff allocations to ensure efficient unit operations.
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- Develop and manage staff rosters to meet service demands while supporting work-life balance.
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- Provide strong clinical leadership through coaching, mentoring, and role modelling best practices, fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
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- Serve as a clinical resource, offering expert guidance and support to the team.
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- Mentor and support Registered and Enrolled Nurses to promote professional growth and high-quality patient care.
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- Collaborate closely with Anaesthetists, Surgeons, and the multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated and patient-centred care.
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- Recognise and appropriately escalate clinical deterioration, utilising advanced clinical reasoning to ensure patient safety.
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- Actively contribute to quality improvement initiatives, risk management, and compliance activities to maintain high standards of care.
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- Support the operational leadership of the unit as delegated by the Nurse Unit Manager.
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- Maintain rigorous standards of documentation, infection control, and clinical governance, monitoring compliance through regular audits.
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About you

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You are an experienced Day Surgery nurse with strong admission, recovery and discharge expertise, clinical leadership capability and a commitment to excellence in patient-centred care.

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- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
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- Minimum three years’ experience in a Day Surgery Unit or a relevant acute perioperative specialty
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- Tertiary qualification in a relevant clinical specialty (postgraduate qualification highly regarded or working towards)
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- Demonstrated advanced clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
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- Proven ability to coordinate care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
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- Strong leadership capability with experience mentoring or supporting junior staff
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- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines
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- Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and safe clinical outcomes
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- Understanding of professional standards, legislation and compliance requirements within acute healthcare
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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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- Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
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- Professional development and learning through Mater Education, external partners 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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Applications close Friday, 25th September 2026 – 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 protected, 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 - Day Surgery Unit (Springfield)
🏢 Mater Group
📍 Springfield