Registered Nurse - Surgical

Mater Health Services; Bundaberg; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Employee wellbeing program

Private health insurance discounts

Exclusive discounts

Fitness Passport

Cafés on campus

Not-for-profit employer

Job summary

Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for our Surgical Ward. Opportunities range from Permanent Part-Time (0.6 FTE) to Full-Time, with a 24/7 rotating roster including morning, afternoon and night shifts.

The ward handles orthopaedics, gynaecology, general surgery and ENT, while the medical ward supports acute and sub-acute care tailored to recovery needs. You will work in a busy, professional team focused on high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with no practice restrictions.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience in an acute hospital setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct post-operative nursing assessments.
• Implement and evaluate evidence-based nursing interventions.
• Advocate for patients and obtain informed consent.
• Promote a safe clinical environment and uphold patient dignity.
• Adhere to infection control and organisational policies.

Skills

AHPRA RN registration

1 year experience

Acute hospital experience desirable

Communication & teamwork

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Job no: 506376
Work type: Permanent
Location: Bundaberg
Categories: Registered Nurse/Midwife

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg is currently seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join our Surgical ward. We offer excellent flexibility, with opportunities ranging from Permanent Part-Time (0.6 FTE) through to Full-Time. Choose the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle! To be considered for this opportunity, this role requires participation in a 24/7 rotating roster including morning, afternoon, and night shifts.

Mater Bundaberg is a 59-bed facility comprising both surgical and medical/rehabilitation units. Our Surgical Ward manages a diverse range of cases including orthopaedics, gynaecology, general surgery, and ENT procedures. Our Medical/Rehabilitation Ward supports patients across the acute and sub-acute spectrum, providing comprehensive care tailored to individual recovery needs.

• Conduct systematic and accurate nursing assessments for post‑operative patients.
• Implement and evaluate evidence‑based nursing interventions within scope of practice.
• Advocate for patients by providing education and ensuring informed consent is obtained.
• Promote a safe clinical environment that supports patient dignity, security and wellbeing.
• Adhere to Infection Prevention and Control policies and safe clinical practices.
• Comply with organisational policies, procedures and clinical guidelines.

You will enjoy working in a busy and rewarding environment where you can become part of a team of professionals who take pride in providing the highest levels of patient care.

About you

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with no practice restrictions
• Minimum of 1 year experience working as a Registered Nurse
• Experience in an acute hospital setting (desirable)
• 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

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
• 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.

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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