About the role

Mater Children’s Private Brisbane (MCPB) has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse to join our Paediatric Ward in a permanent part time capacity (72 hours per fortnight).   

MCPB continues to provide Queensland families with access to leading paediatric doctors, nurses, and care providers, delivering care from admission through to discharge within a modern, stand-alone paediatric facility for families with private health insurance. MCPB comprises a dedicated 20-bed paediatric inpatient ward and a busy paediatric surgical day unit. We are a small but highly valued team, providing exceptional services to our paediatric clientele as part of our Mater strategy, Exceptional Every Time.

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

• Provide expert clinical leadership in paediatric patient assessment and care planning
• Demonstrate effective coordination of staff and utilisation of clinical resources to optimise service delivery
• Support the Nurse Unit Manager and Nurse Educator in the development and updating of unit policies, procedures and guidelines
• Provide clinical guidance and team leadership to members of the clinical team and maintain consistent and collaborative implementation of quality improvement activities. This includes the management of a portfolio aligned with the NSQHS standards
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth
• During periods of low activity, you may be required to be redeployed elsewhere within the Mater Private Hospital, South Brisbane campus

About you

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a paediatric ward environment
• Post graduate qualifications in paediatrics or working towards
• High level skills in problem-solving, communication, coordination and time management
• Strong paediatric focus and passion for providing family centred care
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other health professionals, patients and relatives/carers
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values

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. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

For more information regarding the role, please contact Corrie Lynch at corrie.lynch@mater.org.au

Applications close on Thursday 12th February 2026. 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.