Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for Clinical Nursing Specialists – Deteriorating Patients to join us in a permanent, full-time and part-time roles. Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening early 2026. 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: $66.85 - $72.58 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

• Providing expert clinical leadership and afterhours support for high-risk deteriorating patients, including attending clinical codes as Nursing Code Team Leader.
• Facilitating timely clinical transfers and reviews of ICU discharges and recent code patients.
• Leading quality and safety initiatives, supporting staff education and continuous improvement in critical care practices.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and senior management to optimise patient safety and care delivery.

About you

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a critical care setting (ICU or Emergency Department).
• Postgraduate qualification in Critical Care or Emergency Nursing (essential).
• Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Paediatric Life Support (PLS) certification
• Demonstrated advanced clinical expertise in recognising and managing the deteriorating patient, including leading and coordinating clinical teams during emergency events.
• Proven leadership capability with highly developed communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, and a strong commitment to mentoring and developing clinical staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient-centred care, continuous professional development, and upholding Mater’s values and behavioural standards.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including night shifts and weekend day shifts.

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 Sunday 8^th March 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.

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