Registered Nurse - Geriatric Medicine

Mater Health Services; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Professional development and learning

Generous salary packaging

Health and wellbeing support

Fitness Passport

Discounted parking

Supportive culture

Job summary

Mater Hospital Brisbane seeks experienced Registered Nurses to join Ward 7East - Geriatric Medicine. Two permanent part-time positions (32 hours per week) are available in a not-for-profit hospital network in Queensland, offering salary packaging and supportive staff benefits.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team providing restorative and rehabilitation-focused care for older adults, aiming to improve function, cognition and discharge outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in an acute hospital environment.
• Experience with older persons with altered cognition, dementia and/or delirium is highly regarded.
• Proven clinical competency and the ability to maintain high nursing standards.
• Effective communication and clinical problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide restorative and rehabilitation focused nursing care to patients following medical or surgical hospitalization.
• Maintain current knowledge and skills to support professional growth.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimise patient care and outcomes.
• Demonstrate clinical skills in the care of surgical patients and risk management.

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Job description

About the role

Mater Hospital Brisbane is seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join Ward 7East - Geriatric Medicine. We have two permanent part-time opportunities working 32 hours per week.

The Geriatric Medical Team specialises in supporting older adults through complex health journeys, offering multidisciplinary care tailored to the unique needs of ageing populations. Working with the Allied Health Team, focusing on restoration of physical and cognitive functioning or prevention of further functional decline with view to determining discharge destination and improved outcomes for older people.

Salary range: $44.06 - $56.52 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

You will provide restorative and rehabilitation focused services and care to the community following a medical or surgical hospitalisation. Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit you will be responsible for:

• Implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth
• Working with and supporting colleagues within a highly effective skilled team environment
• Demonstrating clinical skills and knowledge in the care of surgical patients

About you

To be successful in your application, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in an acute hospital environment
• Experiencewith older persons with altered cognition, dementia and/or delirium is highly regarded
• Proven clinical competency and the ability to maintain the highest standards of nursing care
• Effective communication and clinical problem-solving skills to maximise patient care and outcomes
• Knowledge and commitment to continuous improvement of health care and nursing practice
• Demonstrates a collaborative and engaging approach to teamwork and the ability to work within the multi-disciplinary team
• Understanding of the Mater mission and values and the ability to engage others in living these values in the Subacute team

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 programmes
• 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.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Applications close Wednesday, 28th October 2026

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.