Clinical Nurse

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Townsville is delighted to offer an exciting career advancement opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse! Our Coronary Care & Cardio Thoracic Unit (CCU/CTU) is seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse to step into a Clinical Nurse Level 2 role within our team. We welcome candidates with indirect critical care experience, such as those from ICU or other high-acuity settings, who are eager to expand their expertise. Successful applicants must be willing to undertake our Cardiac Transition Program to support their development into this specialised area if not already completed. We also offer excellent flexibility, with employment options ranging from 0.6 FTE part-time through to full-time hours, allowing you to choose the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle.

The CCU/CTU is a 20-bed unit with 7 dedicated CCU beds, providing a high level of care for acutely ill and chronic cardiovascular/cardiothoracic patients, catering for elective and emergency admissions. Offering a wide variety of cardiac services to the community, the team strives for excellence in customer care and best practice.

Salary range: $57.48 - $61.55 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

As a Cardio Thoracic Clinical Nurse, you will play a vital role in our CCU/CTU Nursing team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing individual care for patients who have experienced or are at risk of experiencing adverse cardiac events.
• Delivering high-quality clinical nursing services and associated programs to meet the evolving needs of our patients.
• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care.
• Demonstrating advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care.
• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision, along with staffing within budget requirements.
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth.

About you

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Experience working as a cardiac thoracic and coronary care nurse – essential.
• Experience working as team leader or willing to step up.
• Post graduate certificate in Critical Care or working towards.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care and competency in clinical problem solving.
• Available to work across all shifts.
• Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communications and the ability to maintain accurate clinical and assessment data.
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater Values.

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 by up to $18,550 per year, including up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (such as rent, mortgage repayments and school fees) and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment + possibility to salary package a car!
• 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.

Applications close Friday 13th November 2026. 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.