Job Details
Location:
Orthopaedics, The Mater Hospital, North Sydney
Salary:
************* AUD base per hour + super "pro rata"
Welcome to the Mater, Sydney North Shore's premier private hospital
Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in **** and powered today by St Vincent's Health Australia, the Sisters' spirit is our living heartbeat. As a leading regional centre for clinical excellence, we are renowned for our world-class maternity unit, next-generation surgical robotics, and leading-edge orthopaedic, spinal, and oncology care. Here, you will work alongside premier specialists in a modern, supportive environment that actively backs your professional growth and advanced clinical education.
We are positioned just minutes from St Leonards, Wollstonecraft, and Crows Nest stations, with major Pacific Highway bus routes right on our doorstep. Whether you live locally or are traveling along the T1 or M1 corridors, your daily commute will be seamless.
Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.
About The Role
The Mater Hospital has an innovative and progressive Orthopaedic department with some surgeries utilising Robotics. There are 3 orthopaedic wards, including our rehabilitation ward. We care for patients following knee and hip replacements, shoulder, spine and foot surgery as well as sports injuries.
Our experienced team of health care professionals, care givers and support staff are equipped to provide the highest level of therapeutic, medical and surgical services.
We are one of Australia's leading orthopaedic hospitals and the only Australian hospital to be admitted into the International Society of Orthopaedic Centres.




About You
Current AHPRA registration.
A minimum of 2 years' experience in acute surgical nursing.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and deliver quality patient care.
Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
Previous orthopaedic nursing experience.
What we can offer you
Exceptional Rewards:
Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income
For-Purpose Impact:
Be part of a not-for-profit where surplus is reinvested into research & community care
Maternity Excellence:
Join Sydney's top private service and the city's unique private Lvl 4 Special Care Unit
Surgical Innovation:
Work in the only Aus member hub of the International Society of Orthopaedic Centres
Oncology Leadership:
Deliver cutting-edge cancer care backed by specialised & holistic wellbeing centres
Safe Staffing:
Work with peace of mind under an historic EA delivering mandated nurse-to-patient ratios
Growth:
Access world-class research funding & scholarships via The Friends of the Mater Foundation
Health & Wellbeing:
Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia:
Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.



For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment chance for everyone.
As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing quality patient care, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be detail-oriented, and have a passion for helping others.
Responsibilities:
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians
Monitor and record patient vital signs and medical history
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans
Educate patients and their families on healthcare procedures and treatments
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
Respond to patient emergencies and provide immediate care as needed
Adhere to all healthcare regulations and standards
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field
Active Registered Nurse license
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards
Salary packaging
Start Date: ASAP
The closing date for applications is
29th October ****.
Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies

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