Enrolled Nurse - Inpatient Unit

About the role

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking an experienced and compassionate Enrolled Nurse to join our Patient Care – Inpatient Unit in a Part Time 12-month maximum term parental leave cover, working 32 hours per week.

This position will involve working 24/7 rotating rostered shifts including early, late, night and weekend shifts.

Based at our Springfield campus, this position is a part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — recently opened in 2026. This state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With a mix of public and private beds across ICU, maternity, emergency and medical, surgical services, it’s set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.

Salary range: $37.93 - $40.34 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 an Enrolled Nurse, you will work collaboratively with Registered Nurses and the wider healthcare team to deliver exceptional inpatient care.

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care within your scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse
• Conduct patient observations, assessments and nursing interventions, escalating concerns as required
• Support patients through treatment, procedures and recovery
• Assist with care planning, discharge planning and health education activities
• Advocate for patients and families, ensuring they are informed and supported throughout their care
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to quality and safety initiatives
• Collaborate effectively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to achieve positive patient outcomes
• Contribute to a positive team culture and support the learning and development of students and new staff

About you

The successful applicant will be self-motivated, self-starter who can work collaboratively with other speciality representatives to achieve a common goal. Further, you will be committed to providing quality care and service to patients and their families.

• Current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) registration as an Enrolled Nurse (no restrictions)
• Demonstrated clinical nursing experience, ideally within acute care or a related specialty
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Commitment to delivering safe, patient-centred care and achieving positive clinical outcomes
• Sound clinical assessment and problem-solving skills within scope of practice
• Understanding of quality, safety and infection prevention principles
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning
• Availability to work a rotating roster across a 24/7 service as required

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 

Applications close Thursday, 27th August 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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