Clinical Nurse

About the role

The Mater Private Hospital Springfield Perioperative Department is searching for an experienced, enthusiastic and energetic Clinical Nurse to fulfil the role of a Perioperative Floor Co-Ordinator and Senior Scrub/Scout as required.

This position will be offered on a permanent full-time basis. Flexibility is required as you will be required to fulfil all components of a rotating roster including weekends and on-call.

Mater Private Hospital Springfield is a contemporary and innovative facility incorporating the latest digital technologies, providing community wellness initiatives and patient and family centred models of care.  The hospital is an 80-bed hospital which provides a range of medical and surgical services as well as a combination of Perioperative and day beds, and a day oncology unit within a dedicated cancer care centre.

Salary range: $ $58.30 per hour plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900+access to many staff benefits

What you'll be doing

Our Perioperative Clinical Nurses provide additional leadership and advanced clinical competency to our Nursing Team at the Springfield campus. When allocated in the floor co-ordinator role you would be responsible to co-ordinate the entire perioperative department. You will use your extensive experience to provide a mentorship and guiding aspect to assist in the professional growth of less-experienced nursing team members, supporting the Nurse Manager in activities designed to aid the sustainability of the Clinical Stream and assist with skill development.

Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit you will be responsible for:

• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
• Floor Coordinator will be required to assist NUM with quality an safety projects and accreditation readiness
• Demonstrating advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic ward.

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
• Extensive experience as a Perioperative Registered Nurse
• Experience as a perioperative floor co-ordinator will be advantageous
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels
• Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is delivered to patients at all times

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 26th October 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

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