About the role

The Mater Cardiac Surgical Neonatal Critical Care Unit is seeking experienced and motivated Registered Nurses to join the team! These are permanent positions, full-time or part-time.

The Neonatal Critical Care Unit is a 79-bed perinatal tertiary referral centre which provides care for approximately 2000 babies per year. Within this unit is a cohort of highly specialised and complex babies requiring intensive care in collaboration with multiple subspecialty teams from the state-wide children’s hospital. You will be part of large multidisciplinary teams caring for babies with cardiac, surgical, neurosurgical, renal and other complex conditions and supporting families as part of our team.

This position requires candidates to be available to work all shifts on a 24'7 roster.

Salary range: $41.74 - $53.53 per hour plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, our Registered Nurses make up a vital and respected part of the nursing team at Mater. Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Utilising a structured approach carry out comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments of patients
• Within scope of practice, implements planned evidence-based nursing interventions
• Act as a patient advocate ensuring patients are informed and consent is gained prior to procedures
• Contribute to the maintenance of an environment which promotes safety, security and personal integrity of individual patients and groups
• Maintain and adhere to Infection Control policies and practices
• Ensure confidentiality of corporate and patient information

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic team of passionate nurses. Previous experience in NCCU is advantageous, but not essential, we offer education and training and are looking for passionate nurses who are keen to join the Mater and pursue a career in NCCU.

In order to be successful in this position, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered with no limitations or restrictions
• A Postgraduate neonatal qualification, or willing to work towards this
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the continued quality improvement and best practice principles
• Understanding of the Mater mission and values and the ability to engage others in living the values in NCCU

In order to be successful in this position, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse with Midwife Registration with no limitations or restrictions
• Experience in a NCCU environment
• A Postgraduate neonatal qualification or equivalent would be desirable
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to the continued quality improvement and best practice principles
• Demonstrated collaborative and engaging team approach and ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Understanding of the Mater mission and values and the ability to engage others in living the values in NCCU

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

For more information regarding the role, please contact Emma Clem at [email protected]

Applications close on Thursday the 28th of August 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.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.