Registered Nurse - Cardiac
- Townsville, QLD, Australia, 4810
- Permanent
About the role
Mater Townsville’s Coronary Care and Cardiothoracic Unit (CCU/CTU) is seeking experienced and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our team. We offer excellent flexibility, with opportunities ranging from Permanent Part-Time (0.6 FTE) through to Full-Time and Casual employment available. Choose the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle! To be considered for this opportunity, this role requires participation in a 24/7 rotating roster including morning, afternoon, and night shifts.
Our Cardiothoracic & Coronary Care Unit is a 20-bed unit (7 dedicated Coronary Care beds), providing a high level of care for acutely ill and chronic cardiovascular/cardiothoracic patients, catering for elective and emergency admissions. Offering a wide variety of cardiac services to the community the team strives for excellence in customer care and best practice.
Salary range: $44.06 - $56.52 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
- Delivering and evaluating evidence‑based nursing care within your scope of practice
- Advocating for patients through education, informed consent, and shared decision‑making
- Promoting a safe, respectful, and supportive clinical environment that upholds patient dignity, privacy, and wellbeing
- Adhering to Infection Prevention and Control standards and safe clinical practices
- Complying with organisational policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines
- Monitoring patients pre‑, intra‑, and post‑procedure to ensure safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes
- Administering medications, managing IV therapies, and assisting with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures
- Providing education to patients and families regarding post‑procedure care, recovery, and lifestyle modifications
- Maintaining accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation in line with regulatory and professional standards
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Demonstrated experience in critical care nursing
- Previous experience within a cardiac ward environment
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Visa sponsorship may be considered for exceptional international applicants with demonstrated extensive experience in cardiac care.
- Critical Care Certificate (or currently working towards) – desirable but not essential
- Strong clinical assessment, problem‑solving, and care coordination skills
- Availability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including nights and weekends
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain accurate clinical and assessment documentation
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
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.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
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