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Nurse Unit Manager (Emergency Department)
Rockhampton
CQ Health are now recruiting a visionary nursing leader to join us as the Nurse Unit Manager – Emergency Department!
The Nurse Unit Manager of Emergency is a senior clinician and leader responsible for overseeing and coordinating nursing and related services within the clinical unit. They ensure the delivery of the highest quality patient care while adhering to national and professional standards. The NUM will oversee over 60 staff members as well as leading three work units across Rockhampton Hospital.
Short-term accommodation, participation in research initiatives and 12.75% super are just some of the exciting benefits CQ Health have to offer.
This could be the change you have been chasing! Apply now and find out what CQ Health are about!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK5G650126 |
| Closing date | 31-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Elise De Vre |
| Contact details | 07 4920 5735 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Rockhampton Emergency Department is the hub of clinical activity for Acute and Emergency Care across the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. This department provides clinical support across the district in the form of telephone and video-conference advice and review together with being integral in the appropriate and safe transfer of patients to and out of Rockhampton Hospital for diagnostic and ongoing clinical care needs. The Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department has 17 treatment bays, a fast-track bay and a 12 bed Emergency Extended Care Unit.
The Emergency Department also provides short stay and acute assessment services in The Extended Emergency Care Unit which is a 12 bed unit co-located with the Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department.
About the role:
The Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Emergency is a senior level clinician and manager, accountable at an advanced level in the leading, directing and coordination of nursing and associated services within the clinical unit, providing the highest level of care to patients, while meeting national and professional standards.
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.
- While not mandatory, a post graduate qualification in emergency nursing, leadership and/or management will be considered highly desirable.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 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) RK5G650126
Applications close: Sunday, 31 August 2025
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Further information
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Documents
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RK5G650126 - NUM ED (PDF, 374KB)
Role Description
Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
Information Package for Applicants
