Mater Hospital Brisbane is inviting applications from Undergraduate Students in Nursing (USiN) to join our team. These casual positions are based at the South Brisbane campus, with placements within the Central Staffing Office (CSO), providing opportunities to work across a range of ward settings.

Please note that the orientation days will be held consecutively on Wednesday, 18 March 2026, and Thursday, 19 March 2026. Attendance on both days is mandatory.

Salary range: $33.88 - $34.33 per hour + Casual Loading  (Mater Nursing and Midwifery Agreement) plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

You will work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, assisting with patient care as delegated by the RN.
You will consistently deliver a high level of clinical care to patients, demonstrating clinical knowledge and consulting with the registered nurse to plan, deliver, and evaluate patient-centered care.

You will experience a variety of work in surgical, medical, and oncology care and will work closely with nursing colleagues and the greater healthcare team to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

Your scope is in alignment with the knowledge and competency requirements of your university studies, with role expectations as per below.

You will be an undergraduate student in nursing (having completed 1st semester of 2nd year - full-time equivalent).  Documented evidence of completion is mandatory.

• Demonstrate flexibility to perform in a variety of clinical areas, adaptability to integrate into different teams and work under different Nurse Unit Managers
• Be available to complete shifts at short notice
• Be committed to excellence in nursing practice and professional development
• Demonstrate ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team
• Previous experience in nursing e.g., AIN

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.

 

 

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

For more information specific to the role, please view the PD here – USiN PD.

 

For more information regarding the role, please contact Annette Coward at annette.coward@mater.org.au

 

Applications close on Sunday, 1 February 2026, at midnight.
Please note that we may contact applicants prior to the closing date. We encourage you to apply now.

 

Mater is committed to the well-being of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

 

Please note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time, and kindly request that no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

 

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.

 

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