About the role
Mater Private Hospital Townsville has exciting opportunities for experienced Registered Nurses to become part of our Intensive Care Unit team. We offer permanent part-time roles with flexible FTE options (0.6–0.8), supporting work–life balance. Applicants must be available to work a rotating 24/7 roster, including early, late, night, and weekend shifts.
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a specialist critical care service located at the Pimlico campus, providing high-level care for patients with life‑threatening or complex medical and surgical conditions. The unit is part of Mater’s statewide critical care network and delivers 24/7 intensive care supported by advanced monitoring technology and a multidisciplinary clinical team. The level 6 ICU comprises 10 dedicated intensive care beds and supports patients following major surgery, acute illness, trauma, and organ dysfunction.
Salary range: $41.73 - $53.53 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
- Displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit
- Implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
- Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth
- Working with and supporting colleagues within a highly effective skilled team environment,
- Demonstrating clinical skills and knowledge in the care of surgical patients
About you
To be successful in your application, you will have:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2 years’ ICU hospital experience (desirable)
- Hold or willingness to complete an ICU Transition Support Program
- Ability to work a flexible rotating roster consisting of 12-hour shifts
- Post Graduate Certificate in Intensive Care Nursing is desirable
- Effective communication and clinical problem-solving skills to maximise patient care and outcomes
- Knowledge and commitment to continuous improvement of health care and nursing practice
- Demonstrates a collaborative and engaging approach to teamwork and the ability to work within the multi-disciplinary team
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
Applications close on Sunday 12th April 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.
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