Are you a qualified Registered Nurse with experience in Emergency and Rural Nursing? Our small town of Theodore are seeking our ideal candidate to fulfil this position permanent full time!

As the Registered Nurse, you will work within the scope of practice to assume responsibility for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care. The position works collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and reliable care is provided within the dynamic health environments of CQ Health’s facilities.

Build closer relationships with your multidisciplinary team and experience our close knit community with lower cost of living – apply today!

Job details

About us:

The Theodore Multipurpose Health Service (MPHS) located 229km southwest of Rockhampton, is part of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS). Theodore is situated on the Leichhardt Highway between the junction of Castle Creek and the Dawson River.

The Theodore Multipurpose Health Service is a 10-bed facility that provides a range of health serviced to the community, including emergency, inpatients and outpatients, residential aged care and telehealth services.

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About the role:

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care based on the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competency Standards to a group of patient/clients in collaboration with health service providers. 

As the Registered Nurse, you will demonstrate skills and knowledge in the clinical setting within the following four ANMC Competency Standard domains:

• Professional Practice.
• Critical Thinking and Analysis.
• Provision and Coordination of Care.
• Collaborative and Therapeutic Practice.

About you:

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current practicing certificate are mandatory for this position.
• A cleared Aged Care Check is mandatory for this position.
• While not mandatory, experience in Emergency Nursing, Rural Nursing with up-to-date Advanced Life Support and IV Cannulation would be advantageous.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $121,106 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $41.73 - $53.53 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA5I658531

Applications close: Wednesday, 1 October 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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• BA5I658531 - Registered Nurse (PDF, 413KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants