Registered Nurse - Graduate

You have earned your degree. Now build your future with Mater.

At Mater, our Registered Nurse Graduate Program is designed to support your transition from student to confident nurse. With tailored clinical support, professional development opportunities, and pathways to ongoing employment, you will start your career with confidence and purpose.

Applications are now open for newly qualified Registered Nurses across South Brisbane, Springfield, Mackay, Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Townsville, Redland and Gold Coast.

Graduate with a future. Grow with purpose. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Join one of Australia's largest and most experienced healthcare providers and take the next step in your nursing career.

Our 12-month Registered Nurse Graduate Program is offered on a permanent basis (64 hours per fortnight), commencing 15 February 2027, providing a seamless transition into a Registered Nurse position on completion.

At Mater, you will be supported every step of the way by experienced senior clinicians, educators and professional development teams dedicated to helping you grow your skills and confidence in practice. 

Salary: $44.06 per hour  plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

About You

We are looking for passionate and motivated nursing graduates who are eager to learn, build confidence and make a difference in patient care.

You will thrive at Mater if you are committed to professional growth, value teamwork and are excited to develop your skills in a supportive healthcare environment.

To be eligible, you will have completed a Bachelor of Nursing within the past 12 months and have less than six months (or 900 hours) of post-graduate experience as a Registered Nurse.

What is included in the program?

Throughout the 12-month program, you will build your clinical capability through structured learning and development opportunities, including:

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Professional portfolio development
• Mandatory education and training
• Individual learning goals and development planning
• Clinical learning modules and workshops
• Support from experienced clinicians and educators

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to 700,000 patients each year across 12 hospitals. We are leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you will 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

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career?
Submit your application before 30 August 2026 at 10:00pm.

For more information about the program, visit the Mater Graduate Recruitment Portal.

Due to the high volume of applications, we thank all applicants for their interest. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted following the closing date.

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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