In-Demand Nurse Jobs in Mackay, Qld

Bed and Staffing Manager
Mater Group —Mackay QLD
- $75.40 - $81.09 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Experience working with children
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Roster Support Officer - Employment Relations
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Aged Care Comprehensive Assessor
APM Assessment Services —Mackay QLD
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Gym membership
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Home Care Worker - Clermont Hospital
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
12d
Senior Mental Health Clinician (Crisis Support Space) - Acute Care Team
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
8d
Clinical Nurse - Coronary Care Unit
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
11d
Clinical Nurse (School Based Youth Health) - Clermont Multi-Purpose Health Service
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
12d
Assistant Director of Midwifery and Nursing - Division of Womens & Childrens Services
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Digital Project Manager - Digital Health Solutions
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Temporary
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Youth Disability Support Worker
Kanda —Mackay QLD
- From $46.70 an hour
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
- Paid training
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Senior Coordinator (Rostering) - Roster Support Office
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Temporary
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
1d
Senior Mental Health Clinician - Hinterland Mental Health Service
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Registered Nurse - Aged Care at Home
Ozcare —Mackay QLD
- CPR Certification
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
Clinical Nurse - Referrals Management Unit
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
2d
Clinical Nurse - Mackay
BlueCare —Mackay QLD
- Part-time
- Nursing
- Management
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Mental Health Clinician - Hinterland Mental Health Service
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Registered Nurse and Enrolled Nurse
Nurse Next Door Home Care Services —Mackay QLD
- CPR Certification
- Management
- First Aid Certification
Mental Health Clinician - Greater Whitsunday Mental Health Service
Queensland Government —Mackay QLD
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Clinical Document Specialist
Mater Group —Mackay QLD
- $70.58 - $76.63 an hour
- Part-time
- Clinic
- Analysis skills
- Experience working with children
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program

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Bed and Staffing Manager

Mater Group -
Mackay QLD

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
$75.40 - $81.09 an hour
8 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging
Insurance services

Qualifications

Management
AHPRA registration
Patient service
Experience working with children
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Job no: 506510
Work type: Permanent
Location: Mackay
Categories: NUM/MUM

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Mackay is seeking an experienced Nursing Manager to join our leadership team as our Bed and Staffing Manager. In this permanent full time role, you will work full time hours Monday - Friday.

This key leadership position is responsible for the efficient and effective management of hospital bed utilisation, patient flow and workforce allocation across the facility. Working closely with the Director Clinical Services, Nurse Unit Managers, Department Managers and external stakeholders, you will play a critical role in ensuring the right people are in the right place at the right time to deliver exceptional patient care.

As the Bed & Staffing Manager, you will influence operational decision-making, support workforce sustainability and contribute to the achievement of the hospital's strategic objectives, contractual obligations and service delivery outcomes.

Salary range: $75.40 - $81.09 plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you'll be doing

Leading the management of hospital bed utilisation and patient flow to optimise patient access and service delivery.
Coordinating staffing resources across the hospital to ensure safe, effective and efficient workforce deployment.
Collaborating with Nurse Unit Managers and department leaders to address staffing requirements and unexpected workforce shortages.
Developing and implementing workforce strategies that support recruitment, retention and succession planning.
Building strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Mackay Hospital & Health Service.
Attending regular meetings with Mackay HHS to support contractual requirements and patient flow initiatives.
Monitoring staffing and operational costs while maintaining high standards of patient care and service delivery.
Supporting accreditation, quality improvement, patient safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
Providing leadership, coaching and support to direct reports and workforce teams.
Contributing to strategic and operational planning activities that support the hospital's future growth and success.

About you

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
A minimum of five years' recent experience in a senior clinical leadership or management position.
Demonstrated experience in workforce planning, staffing coordination, patient flow management and operational leadership.
Proven ability to lead, inspire and motivate multidisciplinary teams to achieve excellence in patient-centered care.
Strong strategic planning, workforce analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of an organisation.
A sound understanding of contemporary healthcare delivery models and workforce challenges.
High levels of digital literacy and confidence using workforce management systems and reporting tools.
Postgraduate qualifications in Management, Health Management or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a 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
Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Applications close on Friday 28th August. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. 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. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Advertised: 14 Aug 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 28 Aug 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

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