Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

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

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging up to

Staff benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Discounted parking

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Mater Health Services is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Intensive Care Unit in Brisbane on a 12-month maximum-term contract commencing November 2026, working 36 hours per week. You will provide advanced nursing care for complex surgical and critical care patients, including those requiring mechanical ventilation and renal replacement therapy.

You will join a skilled ICU team, with opportunities for professional development and access to not-for-profit salary packaging and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• 12 months post graduate experience
• Support from NUM
• Ability to work a flexible roster consisting of 12-hour shifts

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced evidence-based nursing care to patients requiring complex interventions such as mechanical ventilation and renal replacement therapy
• Monitor and interpret clinical data, using critical thinking and clinical judgement to problem solve and respond to changes in condition
• Collaborate with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to develop and implement individualised care plans
• Advocate for and communicate effectively with patients and their families throughout complex and often challenging clinical journeys
• Engage in continuous learning and maintain up to date critical care knowledge and skills

Skills

Critical care nursing

Ventilation care

Renal replacement therapy

Clinical data monitoring

Team collaboration

Job description

About the role

The Mater Private Hospital Brisbane Intensive Care Unit has an opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join the team in a maximum term contract for 12 months commencing in November 2026 working 36 hours per week.

The Mater Private Intensive Care Unit have a friendly and skilled team that excels in caring for a variety of patient groups including complex surgical patients, life-threatening medical conditions and critically ill oncology/haematology patients.

Salary range: $44.06 - $56.52 per hourplus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900+access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

As a Registered Nurse in ICU, you will have a strong patient-service focus, demonstrated commitment to continued service improvement, willingness to facilitate and encourage cohesive, positive professional relationships and be required to demonstrate problem-solving skills to improve patient care outcomes relevant to the ward.

• Deliver advanced evidence-based nursing care to patients requiring complex interventions such as mechanical ventilation and renal replacement therapy
• Monitor and interpret clinical data, using critical thinking and clinical judgement to problem solve and respond to changes in condition
• Collaborate with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to develop and implement individualised care plans
• Advocate for and communicate effectively with patients and their families throughout complex and often challenging clinical journeys
• Engage in continuous learning and maintain up to date critical care knowledge and skills

About you

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurses to join our Intensive Care Unit on a temporary contract for a period of 6-12 months. This opportunity is ideal for nurses who are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and are eager to expand their clinical knowledge and skills in a critical care environment.

To be considered for this position you will have:

• 12 months post graduate experience
• Support from your current NUM
• Ability to work a flexible roster consisting of 12-hour shifts

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.

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

Applications close Sunday 8th November 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. 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.

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