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Registered Nurse (Blackwater)
Blackwater
Are you a qualified Registered Nurse looking for a change of scenery? We have just the package for you!
Our Blackwater Multipurpose Health Service are seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver 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 the Central Queensland Heath facilities.
Blackwater, known as the coal capital of Queensland, is a town filled with a rich history and a heart-warming community. Become part of the community today!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CH5E638841 |
| Closing date | 19-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | 48 hours per fortnight |
| Contact person | Shastee Walmsley |
| Contact details | (07) 4980 1800 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Blackwater Multipurpose Health Service is located 200kms west of the Queensland coastline. Blackwater MPHS is a busy rural 16 bed facility incorporating 4 aged care beds, providing acute inpatient, accident and emergency, pharmacy, outpatient and urgent radiology services to the community.
Visiting Allied Health services include podiatry, speech pathology and occupational therapy as well as adult and youth psychiatric services. Community health clinics include antenatal, dietetics, child health, diabetic, immunisation and women's health.
Blackwater: Blackwater - Central Queensland Highlands
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. The Registered Nurse works within scope of practice to assume responsibility for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care.
The Registered Nurse demonstrates 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:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.
- Recent experience in an acute setting is required.
While not mandatory, Emergency Nursing experience, Triage and Advanced Life Support qualifications would be highly desirable.
- Post graduate experience in Emergency or Perioperative Services highly regarded.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $76,488 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.
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.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5E638841
Applications close: Thursday, 19 June 2025
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Further information
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Documents
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CH5E638841 - Registered Nurse (PDF, 421KB)
Role Description
Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
Information Package for Applicants
