Registered Nurse - PACU Novice Program

Mater Health Services; City of Brisbane; Sur place; AUD 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous salary packaging options

Access to training and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate discount on private health insurance

Discounted gym access

Discounted on-site parking

Reduced prices at campus cafés

Résumé du poste

Mater Health Services is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for a permanent role in South Brisbane. This position involves working within the PACU Novice Program to receive training and skills aimed at ensuring optimal patient care in critical situations.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 2 years' experience in a critical care or emergency setting and have the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Mater offers extensive training, support, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Nurse in a critical care or emergency setting.
• Ability to work in an ever-changing and fast paced environment.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to promote Mater values.

Responsabilités

• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey.
• Demonstrating clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures.
• Working collaboratively with the nursing team to provide exceptional care.

Connaissances

Critical care experience

Emergency care experience

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Description du poste

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Job no: 506008

Work type: Permanent

Location: South Brisbane

Categories: Registered Nurse / Midwife

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Brisbane are seeking an enthusiastic Registered Nurse with experience in critical care or emergency for a full‑time permanent position (0.8 or 0.9 FTE will also be considered) in Mater’s PACU Novice Program. The program will be 6 months with ongoing employment in the perioperative department after the program has completed. We require flexibility across all shifts including earlies, lates, weekends and on call.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join Mater’s South Brisbane Perioperative department which boasts 14 operating theatres (including Neuroscience and Paediatrics theatres) across our private hospital settings.

The PACU Novice Program provides training and skills to become a successful post‑anaesthetics care unit RN. Supernumerary time, assessment and competencies will be covered throughout the program.

• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
• Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
• Implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
• Working collaboratively with the nursing team to provide exceptional care every time
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic and exciting unit.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Nurse in a critical care or emergency setting
• Ability to work in an ever‑changing and fast paced environment
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with all levels of the multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision making skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is always delivered to patients at all times

Benefits

• 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
• 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

Applications close Thursday 2nd July 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. 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. Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Advertised: 18 Jun 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 02 Jul 2026 E. Australia Standard Time