Job Description

Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking enthusiastic and capable Enrolled Nurses to join our growing Emergency Department on a Casual basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic, high-acuity environment where no two days are the same.

As part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate and patient-centred care to a diverse range of patients while building your emergency nursing skills and experience.

Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening early 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: $37.00 - $39.36 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

Working under the direction and supervision of Registered Nurses, you'll contribute to the delivery of high-quality emergency care in a fast-paced clinical environment.

You will:

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care within your scope of practice.
• Assist with patient assessments, observations and monitoring.
• Support the delivery of timely care to patients with a wide range of presentations.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses, medical officers and the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Assist with patient flow, transfers and discharge processes.
• Advocate for patients and support their physical, emotional and wellbeing needs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and adhere to all relevant policies and standards.
• Contribute to a safe environment through infection prevention, risk management and quality improvement activities.
• Participate in ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.

About you

You are a compassionate and adaptable Enrolled Nurse who thrives in busy clinical environments and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

You will have:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Previous Emergency Department experience, or experience within a high-acuity, fast-paced hospital setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills within your scope of practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with patients, families and colleagues.
• The ability to remain calm, organised and effective in a rapidly changing environment.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.
• Demonstrated understanding of patient safety, infection control and clinical governance principles.
• Flexibility to work a variety of casual shifts across a 24/7 service.

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 Friday 26th June 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).

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