About the role

Mater Townsville's Coronary Care and Cardiothoracic Unit (CCU/CTU) is seeking experienced and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our team. We offer excellent flexibility, with opportunities ranging from Permanent Part-Time (0.6 FTE) through to Full-Time and Casual employment available. Choose the arrangement that best suits your lifestyle! To be considered for this opportunity, this role requires participation in a 24/7 rotating roster including morning, afternoon, and night shifts.This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic, supportive clinical environment where your specialist skills and experience will have a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

The CCU/CTU is a 40-bed unit (8 dedicated Coronary Care 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: $41.73 - $53.53 per and +

What you'll be doing

• Delivering and evaluating evidence-based nursing care within your scope of practice
• Advocating for patients through education, informed consent, and shared decision-making
• Promoting a safe, respectful, and supportive clinical environment that upholds patient dignity, privacy, and wellbeing
• Adhering to Infection Prevention and Control standards and safe clinical practices
• Complying with organisational policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines
• Monitoring patients pre-, intra-, and post-procedure to ensure safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes
• Administering medications, managing IV therapies, and assisting with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures
• Providing education to patients and families regarding post-procedure care, recovery, and lifestyle modifications
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation in line with regulatory and professional standards

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Demonstrated experience in critical care nursing
• Previous experience within a cardiac ward environment

Visa sponsorship may be considered for exceptional international applicants with demonstrated extensive experience in cardiac care. * Critical Care Certificate (or currently working towards) - desirable but not essential

• Strong clinical assessment, problem-solving, and care coordination skills
• Availability to work across a 24/7 rotating roster, including nights and weekends
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to maintain accurate clinical and assessment documentation