About the role
Mater Hospital Brisbane is seeking an experienced and compassionate Clinical Nurse to join our Geriatric Medicine and Gastroenterology Ward in a part-time (0.8 FTE), permanent position.
Our dynamic 21-bed inpatient medical unit provides comprehensive care for patients requiring acute and subacute management in geriatric medicine and gastroenterology. We specialise in supporting older adults through complex health journeys, offering multidisciplinary care tailored to the unique needs of ageing populations. Simultaneously, we deliver expert treatment for patients with acute gastrointestinal conditions, ensuring timely interventions and coordinated recovery pathways.
With a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, we foster a compassionate, safe and responsive environment that prioritises dignity, clinical excellence and holistic wellbeing. Whether navigating chronic conditions or acute episodes, our unit is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care every step of the way.
This is a rewarding opportunity to step into a clinical leadership role where you will make a meaningful difference to our diverse patient cohort while working within a supportive, values-driven team committed to excellence in care.
Salary range: $54.45 - $58.30 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 role, you will provide advanced clinical leadership and high-quality nursing care across a dynamic, fast-paced ward environment.
You will:
- Coordinate safe, effective and holistic patient care using advanced clinical skills, evidence-based practice and strong care-planning capability
- Lead and support the team by providing clinical guidance, role-modelling professional standards and mentoring less experienced staff
- Collaborate closely with medical, nursing and allied health colleagues to achieve optimal patient outcomes, smooth care transitions and effective discharge planning
- Contribute to service improvement initiatives, uphold quality and safety standards and support the operational needs of the ward when delegated by the NUM
About you
You are a dedicated and patient-centred clinician who brings strong clinical capability, leadership qualities and a commitment to delivering high-quality care for older adults and patients with gastrointestinal needs.
You will also have:
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum of three years’ recent experience in a relevant clinical specialty
- Tertiary qualification in a clinical specialty (postgraduate studies in progress or completed highly regarded)
- Strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, mentorship and support to nursing colleagues
- Commitment to Mater’s Mission, Values and high standards of patient safety, quality and service
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
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- 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. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
Applications close on Wednesday 24th December 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.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
Please be advised that our recruitment process may be temporarily paused for the holiday period. If this is the case for the role you have applied for, we may not start contacting applicants until January 2026. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you at that time.
