Enrolled Nurse - Emergency Department

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 [https://www.ato.gov.au/tax-rates-and-codes/key-superannuation-rates-and-thresholds/super-guarantee] and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 [https://account.smartsalary.com.au/benefits-available?ercode=MML] + access to many staff benefits! [https://www.mater.org.au/group/careers/working-with-mater]

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 [https://www.mater.org.au/] 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 [https://www.mater.org.au/health/hospitals/mater-private-hospital-rockhampton], education [https://www.matereducation.qld.edu.au/], fundraising & philanthropy [https://www.materfoundation.org.au/] and research [https://www.materresearch.org.au/] — 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 [https://www.mater.org.au/about-us/careers]. #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).

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 [https://www.mater.org.au/about-us/who-we-are/reconciliation].

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