About the role

Mater Health Brisbane is seeking an experienced Clinical/Registered Nurse with current AHPRA nursing registration and relevant qualifications to join the team as a Clinical Nurse – Infection Management in a permanent full-time capacity.

This role presents a fantastic opportunity for a nurse with a passion or keen interest in infection control to become part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team. Your enthusiasm and commitment to nursing will be valued in a supportive and professional environment.

Salary range: $54.44 - $58.30 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

This role will see you:

• Assist and support all members of the Infection Management team in the delivery of the wider Infection Prevention and Control program
• Use computer programs including Microsoft (MS) Office, Infection Control software (e.g. Multiprac) and hospital patient and pathology management systems
• Undertake risk assessments, surveillance and compliance audits including provision of feedback to staff
• Assist in managing patients under transmission-based precautions across Mater SEQ facilities including daily rounding
• Provide relevant infection prevention and control advice to a diverse group of stakeholders
• Acquire knowledge in bloodstream infections, surgical site infections, multi-resistant and significant organisms and become confident in performing healthcare associated infection (HAI) investigations
• Improve patient safety, through strengthening the workforce and engaging in quality improvement activities
• Assist in facilitating the Infection Management staff health and immunisation programs

About you

To be successful for this position you will possess:

• Proof of qualification and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse/Midwife
• Current Australian Drivers licence, travel to other Mater sites maybe required
• Post-graduate qualification in infection prevention and control or similar, and previous experience, highly desirable
• High level skills in problem-solving, communication, coordination and time management
• Demonstrated competence in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team
• Hand hygiene auditor desirable however full training will be provided

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 Sunday 26th 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.

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

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