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Registered Nurse


Blackwater

Calling all Registered Nurses! Are you chasing a new challenge with incredible work/life balance? Blackwater Multipurpose health service is now hiring!

The Registered Nurse delivers nursing care in line with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council National Competency Standards, working collaboratively with health service providers. Operating within their scope of practice, the RN takes responsibility for providing competent, evidence-based nursing care. This role involves close collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective care in the dynamic environments of CQHHS facilities.

Blackwater is a vibrant town in Queensland, known for its rich coal mining heritage, community spirit, and proximity to stunning natural attractions like the Blackwater National Park.

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Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 5
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/CH5D633974
Closing date 20-May-2025
Job duration
Contact person Shastee Walmsley
Contact details 07 4980 1700
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About us:

Blackwater Multipurpose Health Service is located 200kms west of the Queensland coastline. Blackwater MPHS is a busy rural 16 bed facility incorporating 4 aged care beds, providing acute inpatient, accident and emergency, pharmacy, outpatient and urgent radiology services to the community.

Visiting allied health services include podiatry, speech pathology and occupational therapy as well as adult and youth psychiatric services. Community health clinics include antenatal, dietetics, child health, diabetic, immunisation and women's health.

About the role:

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care based on the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competency Standards to a group of patient/clients in collaboration with health service providers. The Registered Nurse works within scope of practice to assume responsibility for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care.

About you:

  • Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.
    • Recent experience in an acute setting is required.
  • While not mandatory, Emergency Nursing experience, Triage and Advanced Life Support qualifications would be highly desirable.
    • Post graduate experience in Emergency or Perioperative Services highly regarded.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $76,169 is comprised of:

  • An hourly rate between $41.73 - $53.53 p.h.
  • 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
  • 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

  • Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
  • Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
  • Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance
  • Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

  • Your current CV or resume, including referees.
  • A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
  • Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

  1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
  2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5D633974

Applications close: Tuesday, 20 May 2025

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