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Clinical Nurse (Transition Care Program)
Rockhampton
Are you a Registered Nurse with a keen interest or experience in aged transitional care? We’re seeking a dedicated permanent Clinical Nurse to join the Transition Care team!
Play a vital part in helping our elderly patients transition smoothly from hospital to home, providing exceptional care and support. Enjoy a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills make a real difference.
If you're passionate about patient-centered care and ready to contribute to a dynamic team, we want to hear from you! Apply now to make a positive impact in our community.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK51662093 |
| Closing date | 07-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Grace Hinder |
| Contact details | (07) 4932 5124 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Transition Care Program (TCP) provides short-term care that seeks to optimise functioning and independence of older people after a hospital stay. Transition Care Program is goal-orientated, time-limited and therapy focused. It provides older people with packages of services that include low intensity therapy, such as physiotherapy and occupational therapy as well as social work, nursing support or personal care. It seeks to enable older people to return home after a hospital stay rather than enter residential care prematurely.
About the role:
The Clinical Nurse demonstrates specialised nursing knowledge and skill in the assessment and support to access appropriate rehabilitation services post an acute hospital episode of persons 65 years & over living in the Central Queensland area. The position operates within a multidisciplinary team setting, promoting best practice and quality client care using a primary health care approach.
About you:
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification as a Registered Nurse with the Queensland Nursing Council and maintain the registration requirements with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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.
For assistance:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5I662093
Applications close: Tuesday, 7 October 2025
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Further information
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Documents
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Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
Information Package for Applicants
RK5I662093 - Clinical Nurse (PDF, 338KB)
Role Description
