Nurse Practitioner Candidate

About the role

We are excited to offer a unique opportunity to join our Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) training program, a key investment in the future of our neonatal service. This program is designed to build internal expertise and ensure the ongoing delivery of safe, evidence-based, and family-centred care.

Two part-time (0.5 FTE) NNP trainee positions are available, commencing February 2026. The successful candidates will be required to enrol in the university program before the February intake closes. You will receive ongoing training alongside a peer, which will provide valuable support to your journey towards becoming a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.

This position offers the chance to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that values innovation, professional growth, and excellence in patient care in a permanent full-time capacity.

You will deliver evidence-based, autonomous clinical care for neonates, guided by approved frameworks for advanced nursing practice. Your expertise will help shape exceptional outcomes for our smallest patients, ensuring care aligns with Mater Health Service's strategic vision.

Salary range: $ $72.58 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 Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in training, you will develop the skills and knowledge to serve as an expert clinician, managing and coordinating episodes of care either as the primary provider or in collaboration with the care team.

As a valued member of our team, you will:

• Provide autonomous and collaborative care through comprehensive, holistic assessment and management of patients, applying advanced nursing knowledge and skills. This includes initiating and interpreting diagnostic investigations, performing procedural interventions, diagnosing, prescribing medications, and referring patients to other health professionals as appropriate.
• Champion education and research, actively engaging in initiatives that drive optimal patient outcomes and support evidence-based practice.
• Prescribe and implement therapeutic interventions in compliance with federal and state legislation and professional standards governing nurse practitioner practice.
• Commit to ongoing professional development, participating in continuing education, quality improvement programs, and clinical outcome evaluations. You will advocate for and contribute to systems that promote safe, family-centred care, partnership, and professional growth.

About you

As the successful candidate you will possess:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse and enrolled in an endorsed Post Graduate Masters course with commitment for endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner
• Minimum 5 years' experience of service provision in neonatal care with proven ability to provide a high level of clinical practice in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia standards and Mater policy, procedure and expectations.
• Thorough knowledge of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation concepts when planning patient and carer needs.
• High-level interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills with the ability to engage with internal stakeholders at various levels

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 23rd November 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.

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.

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.