Assistant in Nursing - Womens & Babies

Mater Health Services; Queensland; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Professional development

Salary packaging

Health and wellbeing support

Fitness Passport

Discounted parking

Supportive culture

Job summary

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking a compassionate Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to join our Mater Mothers team in this permanent, part-time role working 32 hours per week. Based at the Springfield campus, you will support Registered Midwives to deliver safe, patient-centred care and help maintain a clean, well‑stocked ward in a state‑of‑the‑art facility that serves a growing community.

We offer competitive hourly pay ($35.05–$38.38) plus superannuation, salary packaging and access to staff

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (or currently working towards completion).
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and safety standards.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with activities of daily living and promote comfort and wellbeing.
• Provide one-to-one patient support and assist with supervision where required.
• Assist clinical teams to deliver safe patient care under supervision.
• Maintain stock levels and support equipment cleaning and upkeep.
• Assist with transport of specimens and patient-related items as required.
• Contribute to a clean, safe environment in line with infection prevention standards.
• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to support outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Job description

About the role

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking a compassionate and motivated Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to join our Mater Mothers team in this permanent, part-time opportunity working 32hrs per week.

Based at our Springfield campus, these roles are a part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — which opened in early 2026. As Mater’s first new public hospital in over 60 years, this state‑of‑the‑art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With 174 public beds, ICU, maternity, emergency and surgical services, it’s set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.

As a Level 4 maternity service, we are planning to care for approximately 1,700 women and families each year, providing care for women experiencing low to moderate risk pregnancies. Clear referral pathways are established with Mater Mothers’ Hospital South Brisbane for women requiring higher‑level care.

Salary range: $35.05 - $38.38 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

As an Assistant in Nursing, you will work alongside Registered Midwives to support the delivery of safe, high-quality and patient‑centred care. Working under clinical direction, you’ll contribute to positive patient experiences while supporting the smooth day‑to‑day operation of the ward. Key duties of the role include:

• Supporting patients with activities of daily living and assisting to promote comfort, dignity and wellbeing
• Providing one‑to‑one patient support and assisting with patient supervision where required
• Assisting clinical teams to deliver safe and effective patient care under delegation and supervision
• Maintaining clinical stock levels and supporting equipment cleaning and general upkeep
• Assisting with transport of specimens, documentation and other patient‑related items as required
• Supporting a clean, safe and organised environment in line with infection prevention and safety standards
• Communicating effectively with multidisciplinary teams to support positive patient outcomes
• Contributing to continuous improvement and maintaining a collaborative team culture

About you

You are caring, proactive and enjoy working as part of a fast‑paced team environment. You take pride in supporting patients through their healthcare journey and delivering exceptional service. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (or currently working towards completion)
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to patient‑centred care and maintaining high standards of safety and quality
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic clinical environment

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not‑for‑profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world‑class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we’re committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll join a values‑driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take‑home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you’re looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.Visit our Reconciliation webpage.

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