Registered and Enrolled Nurses - Medical

Mater Health Services; Townsville; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Townsville is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for a permanent part-time role. The position requires working across various shifts in a medical unit that offers specialized care. Applicants must have current AHPRA registration and at least one year of post-graduate experience in an acute medical setting. Perks include salary packaging, professional development, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Generous salary packaging options

Access to industry-leading training

Wellbeing support through Employee Assistance Program

Corporate discount on private health insurance

Discounted gyms via Fitness Passport program

Discounted on-site parking

Reduced prices at campus cafés and coffee spots

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions).
• Minimum of 1 post grad experience working within an acute medical setting.
• High level skills in problem-solving, communication, coordination and time management.
• The ability to contribute effectively and efficiently within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care and competency in clinical problem solving.
• Available to work across all shifts.
• Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communications and the ability to maintain accurate clinical and assessment data.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments of patients.
• Implement planned evidence-based nursing interventions.
• Act as a patient advocate ensuring informed consent is gained prior to procedures.
• Contribute to a safe and secure patient environment.
• Maintain adherence to Infection Control policies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Coordination

Time management

Education

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

Minimum of 1 post grad experience in acute medical setting

Job description

Apply now Job no: 502731
Work type: Permanent
Location: Townsville
Categories: Registered Nurse/Midwife

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Townsville are currently seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join our Medical unit. The successful applicant will secure Permanent Part Time employment working either 0.6 - 0.8.

It is a requirement that you are able to contribute to the rotating roster including mornings, afternoons, nights.

The Medical Unit offers a variety of opportunities to care for patients that have specialised care needs. This includes rehabilitation, oncology, hematology, and general medicine. The Medical Unit is a supportive team of Nurses, Doctors and Allied Health staff who together care for patients, carers and family whilst they are at Mater hospital.

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,
• Complies with organisational policies, procedures, work instructions and guidelines,

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
• Minimum of 1 post grad experience working within an acute medical setting
• High level skills in problem-solving, communication, coordination and time management
• The ability to contribute effectively and efficiently within a busy, multidisciplinary team environment
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care and competency in clinical problem solving
• Available to work across all shifts
• Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communications and the ability to maintain accurate clinical and assessment data

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

Join our team at Mater Private Hospital Townsville and make a difference in the lives of our patients. APPLY NOW to take the next step in your career!

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 is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

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.

Advertised: 21 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
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