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Registered Nurse
Rockhampton
Are you a Registered Nurse with an interest or experience in Mental Health? The Community Care Units are seeking a Registered Nurse to join their team until mid-2026. Interested?
Our Community Care Units provide medium to long-term mental health support for adults aged 18-64, helping residents develop skills for independent living. The facility includes 20 self-contained units, communal spaces, and support services for health, daily living, community access, and employment. We are seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver quality nursing care and support residents’ recovery and transition to independence.
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK5F640851 |
| Closing date | 18-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | 10 August 2025 - 9 August 2026 with possible ext |
| Contact person | Katrina Angus |
| Contact details | 4816 8800 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
At our Community Care Units (CCU), we provide medium to long term mental health care and rehabilitation in a supervised residential setting for people aged between 18-64 who are in recovery but require support to transition to independent living.
About the role:
- Undertake clinical assessment and working with the inter-professional team to deliver holistic care patients and their families of the CQ Health.
- Deliver a high standard of patient care including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation by using clinical nursing expertise.
- Integrate nursing and health care knowledge, skills, and attitude specific to interdisciplinary learning by supporting a learning environment and participating in learning activities/opportunities.
- Function as an effective team member and act as a team/shift coordinator as required.
- Demonstrate ability to contribute to and work effectively in interdisciplinary teams.
About you:
- Current nursing registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated a competent level of knowledge and skill to undertake routine clinical practice with a basic understanding of recovery focussed Mental Health care.
- Ability to deliver routine adult mental health clinical services utilising time management and prioritisation skills.
- An ability to contribute to the professional development of self and others through education, professional networking and application of evidence-based practice.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $96,884 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) RK5F640851
Applications close: Wednesday, 18 June 2025
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Further information
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Documents
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RK5F640851 - Registered Nurse (PDF, 343KB)
Role Description
Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
Information Package for Applicants
