Clinical Nurse - Special Care Nursery

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is seeking a Clinical Nurse to work within our Special Care Nursery team. This position will be employed on a maximum term 12 month contract, 24 hours per week basis. Mater has finalised the strategic acquisition of Healthscope’s Gold Coast Private Hospital, this is a significant milestone in Mater’s commitment to delivering exceptional and compassionate care to Queensland communities.

Based at our Gold Coast Campus, this role will be part of our state-of-the-art 339 bed facility located in Southport. This facility was established in 2016 and offers a wide range of specialities across Emergency, Medical Services, Orthopaedics, Bariatrics, Neurosurgery, Plastics, ENT, General Surgery, Obstetrics, Cardiac Care and Oncology. 

Salary range: $57.48 - $61.55 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 part of our team you will be integral in the progression of evidence-based models of care which are responsive to community needs and assist by providing leadership to promote an environment that is conducive to innovation and change.

The Special Care Nursery (SCN) at Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast is a 9-cot Special Care Unit. The SCN includes, but is not limited to caring for babies born at 32 weeks gestation and birth weight of ≥1500 grams, it comprises of a High Dependency Unit (HDU) The HDU provides care for babies who meet criteria, providing but not limited to:

• Bubble CPAP
• Minimally Invasive Surfactant (MIST)
• Pneumothorax, drain management
• Humidified high flow nasal cannula oxygen
• Low flow oxygen
• Low birth weight ≥ 1500 grams

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic team of passionate nurses.

In order to be successful in this position, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse with Midwife Registration
• Currently working or have recent experience in SCN
• Experience with BCPAP, Intubation and Stabilisation
• Post graduate qualification in neonatal nursing or be working towards gaining this qualification
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and clinical problem solving skills
• Have advanced leadership experience, be articulate and motivated
• Provide advanced neonatal nursing care for infants within the Special Care Nursery.
• Advanced neonatal expertise and problem-solving skills within the neonatal service and areas of birth.
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional development to maintain a contemporaneous knowledge base
  

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GetBetterWithMater

Applications close Sunday 13th 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