Address About the role
Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton is seeking applications from motivated and experienced Clinical Nurses to work within our Perioperative unit.
Positions are available in the following areas:
Scrub/Scout
Anaesthetics
Recovery
These roles can be offered on a full-time or part-time basis. Shifts are predominately Monday to Friday, but some weekend shifts may be required. On-call responsibilities are also a feature of this role.
Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton's perioperative services comprise five operating complexes, seven recovery bays and a central sterilising Unit. The Theatre Complex provides pre- and post-operative recovery room care and specialised endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures. The surgical case mix includes orthopaedic, obstetric, gynecologic, ENT, oral, urology, paediatric, general, vascular, spinal and ophthalmic surgery.
Salary range: $52.63 - $56.38 (RN2) per hour plus superannuation access to generous salary packaging up to $15,900
What you'll be doing
As a Clinical Nurse you will provide advanced clinical and problem-solving skills, expert planning and coordination skills in the clinical management of clients with complex care needs, ensuring quality standards are met. The CN provides clinical leadership for professional and clinical practice, education and research. The role supports management activities, including portfolio responsibilities where applicable.
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
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, along with staffing within budget requirements
Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth
About you
You will enjoy working in a busy and rewarding environment where you can become part of a team of professionals who take pride in providing the highest levels of patient care.
To be successful in this position, you will possess:
Currently AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
Demonstrated nursing experience within a perioperative setting or have transferable skills that can be developed with professional training
Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Demonstrated commitment to continued quality improvement and best practice principles
Be an Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or have a perioperative ANMAC occupation code for sponsorship purposes
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
Discounted food and beverage at campus café
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies
