Registered Nurse - NCCU cardiac / surgical

About the role

Mater is seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Nurses to join the Cardiac and Surgical Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Mater Mothers’ Hospital, Brisbane, in a full-time or part-time, permanent position.

Whether you're an experienced clinician or a novice looking to commence a career in neonates, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide highly specialised nursing care to critically unwell and vulnerable neonates, while working within a collaborative, values-driven team in one of Australia’s leading maternity and neonatal services. 

Salary range: $44.06 - $56.52 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 

In this role, you will deliver safe, evidence-based neonatal nursing care while supporting families during some of the most critical moments of their lives. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing comprehensive nursing care to neonates with complex and critical care needs
• Advocating for infants and families, ensuring care is delivered with sensitivity to physical, emotional and spiritual needs
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to plan, deliver and evaluate patient care
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and infection prevention practices
• Participating in quality improvement activities, research initiatives, and ongoing service development
• Supporting and mentoring students and less experienced staff, contributing to a positive learning environment

About you

You are a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse who thrives in a critical care environment and is committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes. You will bring:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse
• Demonstrated experience working within a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or comparable neonatal critical care setting (highly regarded)
• Strong clinical judgement, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice
• Alignment with Mater’s values, behavioural standards, and commitment to patient-centred care

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 Wednesday the 2nd of September 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. 

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