Registered Nurse - Referral Hub

About the role

Mater Hospital Brisbane is seeking an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join our Planned Care team in the Mater Referral Hub. This is a permanent part-time opportunity based at South Brisbane working 6 days per fortnight.

The Mater Referral Hub receives and processes all public outpatient referrals, for Mater Hospital Brisbane and Mater Hospital Springfield. New patient referrals are received from various sources (predominately GP and specialist) and are clinically screened using endorsed guidelines and are registered and waitlisted on the relevant (Mater) facility’s waiting list.

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

As a Registered Nurse within the Mater Referral Hub, you will play a key role in supporting patient access to care through the timely processing and screening of referrals. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will use your clinical knowledge and judgement to review referrals, gather and assess relevant information, and ensure referrals are directed to the most appropriate service or care pathway.

You will contribute to the delivery of safe, efficient and patient-centred care by applying established referral management processes, liaising with internal and external stakeholders, and supporting equitable access to services. As an important point of contact for referrers, patients and clinical teams, you will help facilitate timely access to care while maintaining a high standard of customer service.

About you

The successful candidate will be hard working, enthusiastic and able to show initiative. You will be approachable with a mature and confident attitude and have the ability to work and achieve results independently.

• Current AHPRA registration (no restrictions) with 3+ years acute nursing experience
• Clinical competency and the ability to maintain the highest standards of nursing practice
• Excellent knowledge and assessment skills
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• High level communication skills when liaising with patients, families and staff within professional, legal and ethical parameters
• Exceptional time management
• High level competence in using electronic information systems such as patient information systems, procedural booking system, Outlook and Microsoft Excel
• Existing knowledge of the ability to acquire knowledge in Mater’s referral management guidelines including Clinical Prioritisation Criteria and Health Pathways
• An existing understanding or ability to acquire knowledge in applying the Specialist Outpatient Services Implementation Standard
• An existing understanding or ability to acquire understanding of the national quality and safety standards

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 matter

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 Wednesday, 16th 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. 

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