About the role 

Mater Hospital Brisbane is seeking Clinical Nurses to join the Department on a permanent full-time and part-time basis.

The Emergency Department at Mater Hospital Brisbane provides a comprehensive 24-hour emergency service, delivering high-quality care to adult patients in a fast-paced and supportive clinical environment. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, staff have access to a wide range of specialist services across the Mater campus to support timely assessment, treatment and patient outcomes.

Salary range: $57.48 - $61.55 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 

 As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide clinical leadership, support and education within the unit to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care. You will act as a key clinical resource for staff, supporting best practice, strengthening team capability and contributing to quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise clinical care, ensuring safe, high-quality, patient-centred outcomes
• Apply advanced clinical decision-making and problem solving in your specialty area
• Mentor, educate and support staff to build team capability
• Contribute to quality improvement, accreditation, and governance initiatives
• Promote evidence-based practice and compliance with national standards
• Model Mater’s Mission and Values, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace
• Provide constructive feedback, support conflict resolution, and enhance clinical decision-making
• Act as shift coordinator when required and participate in committees and projects
• Identify opportunities to improve patient care and clinical processes
• Maintain your own professional development, competencies, and adherence to WHS and infection control policies

About you 

 To be considered for the role, you must have:

• Current Registered Nurse with APHRA
• Minimum of three years’ experience in specific clinical specialty
• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience
• Proven clinical leadership and team capability building
• Advanced clinical expertise relevant to the unit/specialty
• Strong ability to communicate complex information clearly

Why join us? 

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing. 

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve. 

What’s in it for you?  

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways 
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs 
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay 
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance 
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts 
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets 
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters 

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact. 

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater 

Applications close Friday, 6th November 2026 – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. 

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks). 

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.  

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