About the role

This is an exceptional opportunity to join Mater’s South Brisbane Perioperative department which boasts 17 operating theatres, covering adult & obstetrics operating theatres including a wide range of specialties.

Our perioperative team are looking for experienced Registered Nurses to provide support in Anaesthetics & PACU.

We have permanent opportunities available for an immediate start. Our successful applicants will be required to perform shift work, and on call duties.

Salary range: $40.27 - $51.74 (Registered Nurse Level 1) per hour plus superannuation & salary packaging 

What you’ll be doing

Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit you will be responsible for:

• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care while acting as patient advocate
• Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients during perioperative journey
• Provided effective management of post anaesthesia and postoperative complications
• Working collaboratively with the nursing team to provide exceptional care every time
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth

Further, you will possess a positive and motivated attitude with the desire to work as part of a team and participate in the future development of our Operating Theatres. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your skills in a position where you can truly make a difference.

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic and supportive unit.

Other skills and experience include:

• Recent Clinical experience in an acute health care setting – novice to Perioperative nursing welcome
• Current AHPRA nursing registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
• Ability to work in an ever-changing and fast paced environment
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem-solving skills to maximise patient care within the multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision-making skills
• A commitment to learning and reflective practice
• Knowledge of and commitment to the continuous improvement of health care and nursing practice
• A desire to share your experiences and participate in the future development of the unit
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• The ability to participate in on-call rostering

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.

We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

• Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
• Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
• Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other

Please note, we will contact applications as they come in, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

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