You will be required to work independently and as part of a team across multiple departments. Employment options will be discussed with you when you apply. Here are some of the multi-specialty areas where you could work across
Wards (Orthopaedics, General Surgery / Urology/Colorectal/Plastics, Neurosciences, Cardiothoracics/Cardiology)
Perioperative Day Stay
ICU and Critical Care Unit
Endoscopy
Angiography
There are also potential opportunities to undertake fixed-term contracts covering annual leave, sick leave, or short-term vacancies. This role is casual, based on an "as and when required" schedule with no fixed hours. We offer variable shifts including 6, 8 or 12 hours.
Key Accountabilities of the role include (not limited to):
Provides patient care in accordance with documented care or treatment plans while prioritizing workload based on patient needs, acuity and optimal time for intervention
Demonstrates proficiency in various nursing procedures and techniques whilst utilising critical thinking and problem-solving skills in patient care.
Ensures that all documentation is accurate and completed in a professional and timely manner and in accordance with MQ Health Policy
Maintains good customer relations in a way that acknowledges dignity, culture, values, beliefs and the rights of individuals and groups
Adopts a consultative approach within a multi-disciplinary work environment whilst ensuring the patient’s duty of care is fulfilled
Ensures all mandatory education and competencies are completed in a timely manner
Demonstrates a willingness to work positively within a team to achieve team goals and the provision of excellence in care/service delivery
Participates in and contributes to occupational health, quality, and safety activities to ensure a safe work environment for clients, community, staff and visitors
Why Join Us
You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of integrated healthcare in Australia. You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team that is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centred care backed by world-class research and teaching.
At Macquarie University Health , we know working together leads to better health outcomes. This happens when clinicians, researchers, students and staff unite to improve lives through compassionate, coordinated, effective care that is centred around the patient. We are celebrating our 15-year anniversary.
As Australia’s first fully integrated academic health precinct on a university campus, we translate research into faster diagnoses, better treatments and integrated, evidence-based recovery pathways. In this environment, our students receive unique, hands-on learning experiences. That’s how we Heal. Learn. Discover.™
We offer fantastic range of Employee Benefits including:
Salary sacrifice options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us
Post graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs
Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate
Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool
More information about our employee benefits can be found here.
To Apply
To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your CV and a 1-page cover letter:
Previous experience in Acute Care and/or Perioperative services is highly desirable
Effective interpersonal communication skills
Flexibility with roster and shift availabilities
Well-developed technology skills including the use of electronic medical records systems, MQ Word, Excel and web-based research
Competence in assessing, planning and implementing preventative care approaches to health care
Proven ability to establish professional relationships with peers and clients using a customer-service focus
Strong time management skills required to prioritise and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Critical thinking skills, initiative, and ability to work independently and within a team
Role Specific Conditions:
Registered Nurse/Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
MQ Health Immunisation screening
Criminal History Check
Valid Working with Children Check
Please note
**This position is only open to Australian citizens, permanent residents and those currently residing in Australia with full working rights**
Application Close Date: Sunday 12th July 2026, 11:59pm
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
