About the role

Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our General Medical/ Rehabilitation Unit. We offer flexible employment arrangements, with opportunities ranging from Part time to Full time employment from 0.4 FTE to 1.0 FTE to suit your lifestyle and work preferences. 

Our Medical/Rehabilitation Unit is a 16-bed ward providing care for patients across rehabilitation and general medicine, as well as those requiring oncology, cardiology, and telemetry services. The unit offers a diverse and supportive environment, caring for patients with a broad range of clinical needs throughout their recovery and treatment journey. You'll join a compassionate, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care while making a meaningful difference to patients and their families every day.

Salary range: $44.06 - $56.52 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 Rehabilitation team, you will provide safe, evidence-based care while supporting patients throughout their recovery journey. You will:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred nursing care using evidence-based practice.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care plans.
• Monitor and care for patients across rehabilitation, general medicine, oncology, cardiology and telemetry.
• Collaborate closely with medical, allied health and nursing teams to achieve the best patient outcomes.
• Advocate for patients and involve them and their families in care planning and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to safe discharge planning.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support a culture of continuous learning.
• Mentor and support graduate nurses, students and colleagues where appropriate.

About you

We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who enjoys working collaboratively and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care. You will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1).
• Previous acute medical, rehabilitation or relevant clinical nursing experience. ( desirable)
• Demonstrated ability to deliver safe, evidence-based, patient-centred care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Sound clinical assessment, prioritisation and critical thinking skills.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.
• Current life support competencies relevant to the clinical environment.
• Postgraduate qualifications in rehabilitation, medical nursing or a related specialty will be highly regarded but are not essential.

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
• 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

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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