Clinical Nurse

About the role 

Mater Mothers' Hospital Brisbane has exciting opportunities available for motivated and enthusiastic Clinical Nurses to join the Special Care Nursery within the NCCU.

We have multiple 6 month, maximum-term opportunities available in a part-time or full-time capacity.

The Neonatal Critical Care Unit is a 79 bed highly specialised and complex service which provides care for approximately 2000 babies per year. It is comprised of 47 intensive care beds, separated into Preterm/Medical and Cardiac/Surgical units, and 32 Special Care beds. Care is delivered in accordance with best practice standards and in a highly collaborative environment.

If you are interested and passionate about nurse-led models of care and have a focus on integrating families in care delivery, we invite you to become a member of our leadership team.

 Salary range: $ $58.30 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 part of our team, you will be integral in the progression of evidence-based models of care which are responsive to community needs and assist by providing leadership to promote an environment that is conducive to innovation and change.

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

• Actively contributing towards the Quality, Safety and Work, Health and Safety processes in the clinical area
• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
• Provide clinical guidance, leadership and education to members of the clinical team in order to ensure consistent and collaborative implementation of improvement activities
• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
• Demonstrating advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
• 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 team of passionate nurses.

As the successful applicant, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse with Midwife Registration
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Neonatal Care environment
• Availability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster
• Postgraduate neonatal qualification or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continued quality improvement and best practice principles
• Demonstrated a collaborative and engaging approach to teamwork, and the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Understanding of the Mater mission and values and the ability to engage others in living these values in the NCCU 

Applications close on Sunday the 14th of December 2025. 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.

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.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.