Step into a fulfilling career as an Enrolled Nurse in Woorabinda, a culturally rich Aboriginal Shire Council Community in Central Queensland. Here, you’ll be part of a collaborative healthcare team delivering essential services, including inpatient care, aged care, and chronic disease management, to a supportive and appreciative community.

With modern facilities and opportunities for professional growth, you’ll gain valuable experience while making a meaningful impact. Discover the rewards of nursing in a dynamic rural setting, where your skills and dedication are highly valued and your work genuinely transforms lives.

Job details

NOTE: A zero alcohol carriage and possession limit applies to the community of Woorabinda.

About us:

Woorabinda, located on the traditional lands of the Wadja Wadja people in Central Queensland, is an Aboriginal Shire Council Community 175 km south-west of Rockhampton.

The Woorabinda MPHS provides comprehensive healthcare to the town and nearby rural areas, supported by 63 staff across medical, nursing, allied health, and administrative roles. Services include 24-hour emergency care, inpatient and aged care, maternal and child health, public health, chronic disease management, and mental health support. Specialist outpatient services, including pharmacy and dental care, are also available.

The service operates a 7-bed hospital, a 4-bed aged care unit, a mental health facility, and a 6-chair renal dialysis unit.

About the role:

The Assistant in Nursing delivers direct nursing care and personal care to residents and patients of the Woorabinda Multi-Purpose Health Service in accordance with the nursing care plan and with the policies and procedures and general guidelines of the Health Service, supervised by a Registered Nurse.

About you:

• Mandatory qualification/s: Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practicing certificate.
• Current clinical knowledge and skills in Aged Care and Rural and Remote nursing practice.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the nursing assessment and care of individuals and groups by practicing within their scope of practice as an Enrolled Nurse in the Rural and Remote/MPHS setting.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $77,179 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $35.92 - $38.12 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package allowances (RANIP)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• 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 submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5A612786

Applications close: Monday, 20 January 2025

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Further information

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Information for Applicants (PDF, 381KB)
  Application Kit
  
  CH5A612786 - Enrolled Nurse (PDF, 344KB)
  Role Description