Job details

About the opportunity  

The role of the Clinical Nurse is to provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the unit to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care.  The Clinical Nurse applies critical thinking across all domains which include provision of care, support of systems, education, research and professional leadership.  

The ideal candidate will have the ability to provide clinical expertise, support, leadership and education to all nursing staff within the unit and communicate effectively with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) and all members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care is always provided at all times to all SCDU consumers.

About your new employer

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. 

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.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security and a family-friendly environment. 

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $54.44 - $58.30 p.h. (NG6-1)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro rata for part-time) with 17.5% loading
• Professional Development leave
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• Mandatory: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.
• Highly Desirable:
• Tertiary qualifications relevant to the position or working towards a relevant Qualification.
• Experience in treating patients requiring tracheostomy care desirable.
• Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Samantha Johnston on (07) 4433 3546

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV6566442

Applications close:  Tuesday, 9 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.

• QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NG6-1 Clinical Nurse (SCDU) 32024110 (Word, 3.65MB)
  Role Description