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Registered Nurse (AAMHIU)
Acute Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit, Mental Health Service Group, TUH
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time,Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV657743 |
| Closing date | 21-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-time/part-time, various hrs |
| Contact person | Emma Joyce |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 3000 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Acute Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit / Mental Health 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. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
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, professional development initiatives, 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.
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 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: $82,753 to $106,144 p.a. 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
- Flexible working arrangements may be available
About your opportunity
The purpose of this role is to provide a high level of care to patients and their families within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse. The successful applicant will collaborate with and foster effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders involved in patient care and service delivery.
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.
- All staff within the Mental Health Service Group (MHSG) may be required to work in other areas of the Service.
- 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.
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:
Emma Joyce on (07) 4433 3000.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV657743
Applications close: Sunday, 21 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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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Application Kit
NG5 Registered Nurse (AAMHIU) 30463015 (Word, 4.44MB)
Role Description
