Registered Nurse Palliative Care
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Job Location:
Rockhampton - Australia
Hourly Salary:
$ 41 - 53
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the role
Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton are currently seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join our Palliative Care Ward on a permanent part-time basis (32 hours per week).
For over a century Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton has been a trusted part of the Rockhampton community - caring for local families friends and neighbours. Our 136-bed hospital feels like home with five operating theatres private emergency services and a broad range of specialised care right here to support the health and wellbeing of those who live in and around Rockhampton.
Salary range: $41.73 - $53.53 per hour plus superannuation andaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15900access to many staff benefits!
What youll be doing
Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager our Registered Nurses make up a vital and respected part of the nursing team at Mater.
Key duties and responsibilities will include:
- Managing all aspects of palliative care from symptom and pain management to end of life care.
- Utilising a structured approach to carry out comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments of patients
- Completing PCOC assessments
- Within scope of practice implementing planned evidence-based nursing interventions
- Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
- Implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
- Maintain and adhere to Infection Control policies and practices
- Complies with organisational policies procedures work instructions and guidelines
About you
You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic ward.
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
- Recent nursing experience including experience within a medical ward setting
- Excellent interpersonal communication and clinical problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated commitment to continued quality improvement and best practice principles
- Experience with using CADD pumps & Syringe Drivers is desirable
- An openness to undergoing palliative care training if needed.
Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton youll be part of a tight-knit and 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
- Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
Find out more about living in Central Queensland/North Queensland by visiting our Local Living page.
Applications close on Monday 3rd November 2025. Please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater please visit our Reconciliation webpage.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Mater brings together collective expertise across Health, Education and Research to improve the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders. Queensland’s largest not-for-profit hospital network, Mater operates 11 hospitals across the state and delivers healthcare to Queenslanders in their o ... View more
