About the role

Mater Private Hospital Townsville is currently seeking experienced Anaesthetics Registered & Enrolled Nurses to join our Perioperative Services team. We welcome expressions of interest from nurses considering relocation and offer flexible employment options to suit your lifestyle — including Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time. Shifts are available between 07:00 AM and 09:00 PM, based at our Pimlico campus, where you’ll be part of a collaborative and innovative healthcare environment.

The Perioperative Services department at Mater Private Hospital Townsville (MPHT) provides surgical services across 16 theatres and caters for adults and paediatrics with a variety of surgical specialities. MPHT boasts brand new state of the art theatre facilities, a catheterization laboratory, separate onsite day site surgery facilities as well as newly implemented robotic surgery involving the da Vinci Surgical System.

What we can offer you

We’re committed to supporting your transition and career growth you may receive:

• Relocation reimbursements of up to $2,000 for individuals or $3,500 for couples/families for approved travel-related expenses
• Up to 4 weeks of complimentary accommodation in our onsite units, or up to $250 credit to be contributed to other accommodation for the first 4 weeks

Salary range: $41.73 - $53.53 per hour (Registered Nurse Level 1) plus 12% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

Why Townsville

Reef and Beef – what’s not to love?
With over 300 days of sunshine each year, Townsville offers a vibrant lifestyle where you can enjoy the best of tropical North Queensland. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a strong sense of community, Townsville has something for everyone:

• Magnetic Island – a tropical paradise just 20 minutes away via SeaLink ferry
• Great Barrier Reef – dive into one of the world’s most iconic natural wonders
• Castle Hill – climb to the top for stunning 360° views of the city
• The Ville Resort – unwind in the infinity pool with a drink from the swim-up bar
• Wallaman Falls – experience the awe of Australia’s highest permanent single-drop waterfall

What you’ll be doing

Our Perioperative Registered Nurses use 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.

Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit you will be responsible for:

• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care while acting as patient advocate
• Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients during perioperative journey
• Provide effective management of post anaesthesia and postoperative complications
• Working collaboratively with the nursing team to provide exceptional care every time
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic area.

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered/Enrolled Nurse (no restrictions)
• Experience working as an anaesthetics nurse
• ALS Certification desirable
• Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision making skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is always delivered to patients at all times

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

Applications close on Friday 31st October 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.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

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