Role Title: Enrolled Nurse
Role Type: Casual
Location: Wards, The Mater Hospital, North Sydney
Salary: 36.69 – 38.32 AUD base per hour+ super
Welcome to the Mater, Sydney North Shore’s premier private hospital
Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1906 and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' spirit is our living heartbeat. As a leading regional centre for clinical excellence, we are renowned for our world-class maternity unit, next-generation surgical robotics, and leading-edge orthopaedic, spinal, and oncology care. Here, you will work alongside premier specialists in a modern, supportive environment that actively backs your professional growth and advanced clinical education.
We are positioned just minutes from St Leonards, Wollstonecraft, and Crows Nest stations, with major Pacific Highway bus routes right on our doorstep. Whether you live locally or are traveling along the T1 or M1 corridors, your daily commute will be seamless.
Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.
About the Role
The Enrolled Nurse (EN) provides high-quality, patient-centred care, working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
The role involves assisting with pre- and post-operative care, monitoring patients’ conditions, administering medications (as per scope of practice), and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for recovery.
About You
Provide direct nursing care to surgical patients, including wound care, mobilization, and pain management.
Assist in the preparation and monitoring of patients before and after surgery.
Observe and report changes in patients' conditions to the Registered Nurse.
Administer medications as per scope of practice and hospital policies.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care.
Assist with patient education on post-operative care and discharge planning.
Adhere to infection control protocols and workplace health and safety standards.
What we can offer you
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Exceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income
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For-Purpose Impact: Be part of a not-for-profit where surplus is reinvested into research & community care
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Maternity Excellence: Join Sydney’s top private service and the city’s unique private Lvl 4 Special Care Unit
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Surgical Innovation: Work in the only Aus member hub of the International Society of Orthopaedic Centres
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Oncology Leadership: Deliver cutting-edge cancer care backed by specialised & holistic wellbeing centres
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Safe Staffing: Work with peace of mind under an historic EA delivering mandated nurse-to-patient ratios
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Growth: Access world-class research funding & scholarships via The Friends of the Mater Foundation
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Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.
Equal Opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.
How To Apply
The closing date for applications is 27th August 2026. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.
Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.
27 August 2026 11:59pm
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
