Gladstone Hospital's Perioperative Unit are seeking a talented Clinical Nurse, passionate about delivering exceptional patient care!

In this role, you will coordinate clinical practices to support Nursing and Medical staff, ensuring a cohesive, efficient, and patient-centred perioperative environment. Your leadership will help foster a multidisciplinary team committed to providing competent, evidence-base, and best-practice nursing care to our patients throughout their surgical journey.

This position offers more than just a role – It provides opportunities for growth and development. So, if you are looking to advance your clinical skills, expand your clinical expertise and make a meaningful impact within a dynamic healthcare setting, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Job details

About us:

The Perioperative Unit located in block seven in the West Wing of Gladstone Hospital.  The Gladstone Hospital has two operating rooms and a procedure room.  Services include Elective and Emergency Surgery, Day Surgery, Pre-Anaesthetic Clinic, and Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD).  The Perioperative Unit provides clinical care through the development and maintenance of relevant and proven patient care standards involving ongoing research in clinical applications.

Day Surgery Unit (DSU) services the operating theatres and is staffed from 6.45am in the morning until 7pm at night to safely discharge the patients. There are 3 beds and 5 chairs in the unit and are located close to the Recovery Unit.

About the role:

The Clinical Nurse is a Registered Nurse Grade 6 (1) who is accountable at an advanced level for the coordination of clinical practice delivered in the Day Surgery Unit within the Perioperative Unit. The incumbent will provide leadership and support to Nursing and Medical staff and supports the delivery of competent, best practice quality nursing care, while working in collaboration with the line manager of the unit.

The DSU Clinical Nurse will be responsible for the daily management of the Day Surgery Unit to deliver efficient and effective outcomes.

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. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• Well-developed ability to identify opportunities for improvement and a demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Well-developed clinical knowledge and problem-solving skills in a high-quality client orientated health service delivery model.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $131,900 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $54.44 - $58.30 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:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL5K641211

Applications close: Sunday, 22 June 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, 351KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  GL5F641211 - Clinical Nurse Day Surgery (PDF, 341KB)
  Role Description