About the role

Mater Private Hospital Brisbane has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse to take an exciting step in their career as a Rehab Discharge Coordinator in a permanent full time role, 38 hours per week.

The Discharge Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who plays a crucial role by managing and coordinating the discharge process for patients. This role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals, patients, and their families to ensure a smooth transition from the hospital to post-acute care settings or home.

Salary range: $66.85 - $72.58 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

• Conduct comprehensive quality patient assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and social needs to determine appropriate discharge plans
• Identify and intervene proactively where circumstances contribute to an unsafe environment for patients/relatives or staff and escalate
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure seamless and coordinated care for patients
• Support patients and their carers through education, resourcefulness, and provision of information to manage their conditions, make appropriate referrals and overcome barriers to accessing services
• Collaborate with community resources, home health agencies, and rehabilitation facilities to ensure a seamless transition for patients
• Manage the resources of the organisation to achieve both budget and service delivery targets
• Actively manage the maintenance of safe work practices for the service
• Participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, work instructions and guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including those of accrediting bodies and governing agencies
• Facilitate and participate in internal and external audits and surveys
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of the discharge planning process, including assessments, care plans, and coordination efforts
• Conduct follow-up assessments to monitor the patient's progress post-discharge
• Consult with the NUM on significant issues and any decision that falls outside of routine clinical and operational service delivery parameters
• Provide educational opportunities and ongoing training for nursing staff

About you

To be successful in this role you will meet the following:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Tertiary qualification in specialty (or working towards)
• Minimum of 3 years full-time experience in specific clinical specialty
• High-level interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with internal stakeholders at various levels
  

Why join us?

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
• 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

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

Applications close Wednesday 22nd April 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. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

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