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Rural and Remote Connect - QH Agency Nurses


Office of Rural and Remote Health – QUEENSLAND

Queensland Health's new Rural and Remote Connect nursing agency are seeking passionate nurses like you!

We offer enhanced and competitive pay along with all the benefits of Queensland Government employment.

This is a unique opportunity for both professional growth and personal enrichment, allowing you to work closely with diverse communities and gaining invaluable cultural insights and immersion.

Job details

Position status Casual
Position type Flexible-flex,Non-Standard-Hours
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 5, Nurse Grade 6 (1), Nurse Grade 7
Workplace Location Cairns region,Central West Qld,Darling Downs - Maranoa,Far North Qld,Mackay region,North West Qld,South West Qld,Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/RRC624859
Closing date Ongoing
Job duration Casual engagements in rural and remote facilities
Contact person Kris Hughes
Contact details (07) 4433 5476
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Rural and Remote Connect proudly stands as the sole Queensland Health nursing agency filling critical staffing gaps across Queensland and the Torres Strait's remote locations.

We are on the lookout for nurses with general experience and specialties in emergency, perioperative, mental health and ICU.

You need to have Australian working rights to join our highly experienced and diverse team.

Offering contracts of up to 12 weeks in locations that many can only dream of visiting.

Enjoy great rates, generous employer contributions to your superannuation, free accommodation, paid travel, and education opportunities.

Our dedicated nursing and administrative team are here to support you every step of the way.

What's on offer:

  • Various contracts up to 12 weeks in rural and remote locations throughout Queensland
  • Generous QH Casual rates plus a Rural and Remote Connect incentive:
    • $94.94 to $103.07 p.h. (Nurse Grade 7)
    • $77.32 to $82.79 p.h. (Nurse Grade 6 - Band 1)
    • $59.26 to $76.03 p.h. (Nurse Grade 5)
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Travel and accommodation will be provided

Requirements:

  • Proof of qualification, registration with AHPRA and a current practising certificate are mandatory requirements.
  • Current working rights within Australia.
  • Minimum of 2 years' post-graduate experience.
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, Tuberculosis and Japanese Encephalitis.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted; including NDIS worker screening.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of relief nursing providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact the Rural and Remote Connect, Nursing and Midwifery Staffing Service office on (07) 4433 5476 or email RuralRemoteConnect@health.qld.gov.au.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RRC624859

Applications will be reviewed regularly and appointments made as successful candidates are identified.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please download the relevant Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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