About the role
Mater Private Hospital Redlands are recruiting for experienced Enrolled Nurses to join our surgical ward. The surgical ward has a mixture of both surgical and medical patients. This is a permanent part time position with the flexibility to work either 24 or 32 hours a week. To be considered for this role you will have the ability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster including mornings, afternoons, nights and weekends.
Mater Redlands is an expanding facility with 60 beds, accommodating specialities including orthopaedics, rehabilitation, acute medicine, palliative care, urology, gynaecology, general and breast surgery. The hospital incorporates 2 operating rooms, 1 endoscopy room and a busy Day Procedure Unit, and offers award winning nursing services in an idyllic environment.
Salary range: $ $38.21 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
Based in the PCU2 ward, this role will see you provide care for patients within general surgical areas. As an integral team member, you will support the general function of the unit using best practice principles and education whilst drawing upon your extensive surgical experience.
* Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
* Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
* Implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
* Working collaboratively with the nursing team to provide exceptional care
* 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 new and exciting ward setting.
Other skills and experience include:
* Current AHPRA nursing registration as an Enrolled Nurse (no restrictions)
* Minimum of 2 years' experience as an Enrolled Nurse in a surgical hospital setting
* Ability to work in an ever-changing and fast paced environment
* A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels
* Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision-making skills
* Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is always delivered to patients at all times
* Availability to work a 24/7 rotating roster including mornings, afternoons and nights
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 1st February 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW
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