About the role

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Medical Palliative Care Unit on a permanent full-time basis.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centred care to patients requiring specialist medical and palliative support. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in delivering holistic care that addresses the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

At Mater, you'll join a supportive team environment committed to excellence in care, professional development and living our Mission and Values through compassionate service.

Salary range: $42.99 – $55.14 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

As a valued member of our Medical Palliative Care team, you will provide compassionate, patient-centred care that makes a meaningful difference to patients and their families during some of life's most challenging moments. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, you will:

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with professional standards, clinical guidelines and Mater policies.
• Partner with patients, families and support persons to provide holistic, person-centred care that respects individual needs, preferences and cultural considerations.
• Undertake comprehensive patient assessments and develop, implement and evaluate care plans to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and support positive patient experiences.
• Contribute to discharge planning and ensure patients and their families have access to appropriate education, resources and community support services.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Identify and respond appropriately to clinical issues, adverse events and patient concerns within scope of practice.
• Support and mentor nursing colleagues and students where appropriate.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, professional development and workplace initiatives that enhance patient care and service delivery.
• Promote a safe workplace culture focused on achieving zero harm for staff and patients.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with no restrictions on practice.
• Previous nursing experience in an acute medical, palliative care or related clinical environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication and care coordination skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with patients, families and colleagues.
• Current life support competencies relevant to your clinical practice area.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Highly desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in Palliative Care, Medical Nursing or a related specialty area.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, and at Rockhampton, we keep things personal and local. Here, we are a community-based hospital, 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 Private Hospital Rockhampton, you’ll be part of a tight-knit and 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
• 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 Friday 17th 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. Visit our Reconciliation webpage. 

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.