About the role
Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking a compassionate and motivated Enrolled Nurse to join our Day Surgery Unit team on a full-time or part-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in preparing patients for surgery, ensuring they feel informed, supported and confident at every stage of their perioperative journey. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to safe, high-quality care in a fast-paced and patient-focused environment.
This state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With a mix of public and private beds across ICU, maternity, emergency and medical, surgical services, it’s set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.
Salary range: $37.93 - $40.34 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
In this patient-centred role, you will support the delivery of comprehensive nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse while contributing to exceptional patient outcomes.
You will:
- Perform delegated nursing care in accordance with NMBA standards and Mater policies.
- Conduct structured patient assessments and communicate findings effectively with the RN, throughout the admission and post-operative journey of the patient.
- Implement and evaluate evidence-based nursing interventions within scope of practice.
- Support effective discharge planning and patient education processes.
- Advocate for patients, ensuring informed consent and understanding of procedures.
- Follow correct escalation processes.
- Maintain high standards of infection control, safety and quality at all times.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure seamless perioperative care.
- Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and positive patient experience.
About you
You are a caring and organised Enrolled Nurse who thrives in a team environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality patient-centred care.
You will bring:
- Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver delegated nursing care safely and effectively.
- Strong communication skills and commitment to patient advocacy.
- Sound clinical assessment skills within scope of practice.
- Commitment to infection control, quality improvement and safe practice.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive working relationships.
- Motivation to contribute to professional development and continuous learning.
Why join us?
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.
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Applications close Friday, 9th October 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).
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