Registered Nurse - Medical

Mater Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual loading

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Staff benefits

Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our 30-bed Medical ward on a casual basis. Based at our Gold Coast Campus in Southport, this 339-bed facility offers a wide range of services and specialties.

Salary range $44.06 - $56.52 per hour plus casual loading, superannuation, and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 and staff benefits. You will hold current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with at least 1 postgraduate experience in an acute

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions).
• Minimum 1 postgrad experience working within an acute medical setting.
• High level skills in problem-solving, communication, coordination and time management.
• Ability to contribute effectively within a busy multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care and critical data capture.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care within your scope of practice.
• Advocate for patients through education, informed consent, and shared decision-making.
• Act as a patient advocate ensuring informed consent prior to procedures.
• Maintain infection control policies and practices.
• Comply with organisational policies, procedures and guidelines.

Skills

AHPRA RN

Acute medical care

Postgrad experience

Communication

Time management

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is seeking a Registered Nurse to work within our 30-bed Medical ward. This position will be employed on a casual basis. Mater has finalised the strategic acquisition of Healthscope’s Gold Coast Private Hospital, this is a significant milestone in Mater’s commitment to delivering exceptional and compassionate care to Queensland communities.

Based at our Gold Coast Campus, this role will be part of our state-of-the-art 339 bed facility located in Southport. This facility was established in 2016 and offers a wide range of specialities across Emergency, Medical Services, Orthopaedics, Bariatrics, Neurosurgery, Plastics, ENT, General Surgery, Obstetrics, Cardiac Care and Oncology.

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

What you’ll be doing

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:

• Delivering and evaluating evidence‑based nursing care within your scope of practice
• Advocating for patients through education, informed consent, and shared decision‑making
• 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 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

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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