Mater Hospital Brisbane is currently seeking applications for Enrolled Nurse's to join Ward 9B Acute / Subacute Geriatric and Acute Gastroenterology Ward. This is a permanent position. 

Ward 9B is combination of Subacute (Rehabilitation and GEM - Geriatric Evaluation and Management) and Non-Acute (Nursing Home Type Patients) patients and Gastroenterology patients as a sub speciality to complete a 26-bed ward. 6 Beds are allocated to Gastroenterology and the remaining are Acute and Sub Acute Geriatric patients.  

The 9B Nursing team work closely with the Geriatric Medical Team including full time Geriatrician and specialised Allied Health Team focusing on restoration of physical and cognitive functioning or prevention of further functional decline with view to determining discharge destination and improved outcomes for older people.

The Gastroenterology Subspecialty will provide care for patients with conditions affecting the gastrointestinal tract/system such as:

• Inflammatory bowel disease e.g. crohns disease, ulcerative colitis
• Liver problems- hepatitis, liver cirrhosis
• Malignancy and benign tumours of the gut – like stomach and bowel cancer
• Investigations of bleeding, colonoscopy, endoscopy

Ability to work a rotating roster including, mornings, afternoons, nights and weekends is required for this position.

Salary range: $35.93 - $38.13 per hour plus 11.5% superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

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
• Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
• Implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
• Working collaboratively with the nursing team to provide exceptional care every time
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth 

About you

If you are looking for a role where you can have your voice heard and make a difference to the environment you work in, then we want to hear from you!

Other skills and experience include:

• Current AHPRA nursing registration as an Enrolled Nurse (no restrictions)
• Experience as a Enrolled Nurse in Acute care nursing highly regarded
• 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 written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels
• Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is always delivered to patients at all times

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
• Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Access to on-site, discounted parking
• Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues
• Access to gym, pool and end of trip facilities within our new purpose-built corporate office in Newstead

Applications close on Sunday 2 February 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

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.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.