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Registered Nurse
Paediatric ICU, Women's and Children's Service Group, Townsville University Hospital
Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking a Registered Nurse to join the team within the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit at the Townsville University Hospital on a fixed term temporary full-time or part time basis ASAP up to 12 months (possible extension to 3 months) A registered nurse in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) provides comprehensive, specialised care to critically unwell and high dependency care to infants, children, and adolescents. |
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time,Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV653948 |
| Closing date | 02-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | TPT/TFT ASAP to 12 mnths (poss ext of 3 mnths) |
| Contact person | Michelle Clark |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 4128 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Paediatric Intensive Care Unit / Women's and Children's Service Group / Townsville University Hospital
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $3171.90 to $4068.50 p.f. or $41.73 to $53.53 p.h. (Nurse Grade 5)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
The Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is a five (5) bed paediatric critical care and high dependency care unit, as well as a Paediatric Retrieval Service (Yalurin) which sits within the Women's and Children's Service Group. PICU RNs manage complex medical equipment while continuously assessing patients for changes in condition. RNs administer critical medications, assist with advanced procedures, and implement individualised care plans in collaboration with paediatric intensivists and multidisciplinary teams.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
- Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- Nursing: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
- Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster.
- Driver Licence: This position requires the applicant to possess an appropriate license to operate a Class C (car) motor vehicle.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Michelle Clark on (07) 4433 4128.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV653948
Applications close: Tuesday, 2 September 2025
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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NG5 Registered Nurse (PICU) 32068207 (Word, 3.54MB)
Role Description
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Application Kit
