Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.

We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.

Job details

Do you want to make a difference in public healthcare?
Our health service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are: Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity
Position: Clinical Nurse Consultant
Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary Part-time commencing ASAP up to 30/06/2026, 45.6 hours per fortnight
Location: Cancer Centre, Townsville University Hospital

What's on offer?
Pro rata remuneration package based on full-time equivalent value of up to $164,696 p.a.

• Salary range: $66.85 - $72.58 p.h. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (Nurse Grade 7).
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading and 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options and flexible working arrangements may be available.

About the role
The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) - Specialist Melanoma delivers expert nursing care, clinical advice and support to inpatients/outpatients, nurses, and other health care professionals with regards to high risk and advanced melanoma. This is an advanced practice nursing role that incorporates high level clinical service, clinical leadership, research, education, and clinical services planning and management to optimise patient outcomes.

The CNC - Specialist Melanoma will be expected to work predominantly within the treatment settings for advanced and high-risk melanoma. They will work closely with the Medical and Surgical Oncologists as a key part of the treatment team and will sub-specialise within the areas of surgical and medical oncology nursing.

Role requirements

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory. 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.
• Applicant must have a minimum of 5 years nursing, with 3 years of full-time equivalent experience in the field of Medical Oncology, Melanoma or Surgical Nursing.

Please refer to the role description for further details.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled in beautiful North Queensland, our region boasts, vibrant and unique communities across rural, urban, country, and coastal locations. Enjoy affordable living, stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Teneeka Plumridge on 07 4433 4181. 

Applications close on Monday, 12 May 2025.

Please note that 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 Role Description for future reference.

This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role:
Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.

Documents

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

• QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 953KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NG7 Clinical Nurse Consultant - Specialist Melanoma 32146637 (Word, 382KB)
  Role Description