About the role

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton has an exciting opportunity for compassionate Registered Nurses or Endorsed Enrolled Nurses to work within our Perioperative Unit.

Positions are available in the following areas:

• Scrub/Scout
• Anaesthetics

There are permanent full-time, part time and casual positions and you must be available for all shift types including day, afternoon, after hours and on call. Education and training opportunities are available for the successful candidate.

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton's perioperative services comprise five operating rooms, two day surgery rooms, seven recovery bays and a central sterilising Unit.

The Theatre Complex offers pre- and post-operative recovery care, as well as specialised endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures. The surgical specialties include orthopaedic, obstetric, gynecologic, ENT, oral, urology, pediatric, general, vascular, spinal, and ophthalmic surgeries.

Salary Range: $35.92 - $38.21 per hour (EN) plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

Salary Range: $41.73 - $53.53 per hour (RN1) plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you'll be doing

As a Endorsed Enrolled Nurse within, you will provide patient-centred nursing care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse on duty. Core responsibilities include supporting patients in the activities of daily living, assisting in meeting basic human needs, and recognising the normal and abnormal assessment, intervention and evaluation of patient health and functional status with ongoing communication with the Registered Nurse.

As a Registered Nurses you will use your extensive experience to provide essential support to our patients and Clinical Nurses in activities designed to aid the sustainability of the department and assist with the progression of service improvement.

About you

You will enjoy working in a busy and rewarding environment where you can become part of a team of professionals who take pride in providing the highest levels of patient care. Experience within theatre and anaesthetics is highly regarded.

You will also:

• Have current registration with AHPRA with no notations
• Demonstrated nursing experience within a perioperative setting or have transferable skills in another acute area that can be developed with professional training
• Be able to manage your time effectively to meet deadlines and recognise priority tasks
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team environment with a focus on exceptional patient-centred care and customer service
• Digital and computer proficiency
• You must be able to be rostered for day and afternoon shifts and after hour on call.

Why join us?

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.

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.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

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Applications close on Wednesday 30th April 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

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