An exciting opportunity is currently available for experienced Registered Nurses to join the Sub Acute Older Persons Mental Health Unit and Fraser Coast Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit, Wide Bay Mental Health and Specialised Services Team at the Maryborough or Hervey Bay Hospitals within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. The Wide Bay area is arguably one of the most beautiful regions of Queensland. The Health Service stretches from Agnes Water in the North to Maryborough in the South and provides acute care services to a population of over 225,000 residents including several rural communities.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Eligible Applicants who move to Queensland from an interstate or international jurisdiction to take up permanent or temporary greater than 12 months employment may receive up to $20,000 incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme

Your opportunity:

• The Registered Nurse (RN) provides clinical and patient-centred care within Mental Health Inpatient Units situated on the Fraser Coast being the Subacute Older Persons Mental Health Unit or Fraser Coast Mental Health Unit (Adult Acute), supporting the facilitation and provision of quality and cost effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-informed practice.
• We have vacancies within both the Fraser Coast Mental Health (Acute Adult) Inpatient Unit located at Hervey Bay and the Older Persons Mental Health Inpatient Unit located at Maryborough. 

Several Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) and Permanent Part Time Positions (hours negotiable).

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $121,107 p.a., comprising salary between $82,753 - $106,144 p.a. (f/t) or salary between $41.74 - $53.53 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 5) (Several Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f. and Permanent Part Time Positions, hours negotiable) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2410WB601440.

Other benefits include:  

• Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
• Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Professional Development Allowance
• Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Lower cost of living

Discover Fraser Coast   

The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.   

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE*** 

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

Further information

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

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme-guideline (PDF, 330KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Information for Nursing Applicants - 2023 (PDF, 293KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 792KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.57MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  H2410WB601440 RD (PDF, 959KB)
  Role Description