Registered Nurse - Surgical

Mater Central Queensland - Rockhampton; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Mater Central Queensland - Rockhampton is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Surgical Ward. The role offers permanent opportunities with arrangements from part-time (0.6 FTE) to full-time, plus casual employment options, to suit your lifestyle.

The ward provides care across multiple surgical specialties, with a clear pathway for patient admissions and high-quality, patient-centred care in a collaborative team. Experience in acute care and valid AHPRA registration are essential.

Qualifications

• AHPRA registration is required with no restrictions.
• Minimum of 1 postgraduate experience in an acute setting.
• Visa sponsorship may be considered for exceptional international applicants with extensive critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and evaluate evidence-based nursing care within scope of practice.
• Advocate for patients through education, informed consent, and shared decision-making.
• Maintain Infection Control practices and uphold safety and personal integrity of patients.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Acute care experience

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Mater Central Queensland - Rockhampton – Rockhampton QLD

Permanent

7d ago , from Mater Central Queensland - Rockhampton

Job no: 506743
Work type: Permanent
Location: Rockhampton
Categories: Registered Nurse/Midwife

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join their Surgical Ward.We offer excellent flexibility, with opportunities ranging from Permanent Part-Time (0.6 FTE) to Full-time hours through to casual employment. Choose the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle!

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton's Surgical Ward is a 25-bed unit providing care across a diverse range of surgical specialties, including orthopaedics, general surgery, urology, ENT, ophthalmology, and plastics. The ward predominantly supports elective surgery patients, offering a well-structured and predictable environment with straightforward admissions and patient pathways. This provides an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals to develop their surgical nursing skills across multiple specialties while delivering high-quality patient-centred care in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Salary range: $44.06 - $56.52 per hour 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 setting
• Visa sponsorship may be considered for exceptional international applicants with demonstrated extensive experience in critical care on a medical ward.
• Availability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including nights and weekends
• 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

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Advertised: 15 Sep 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
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