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Clinical Nurse Consultant - Infection Prevention and Control
Infection Prevention and Control, Corporate Service Group, THHS
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.
The Clinical Nurse Consultant - Reprocessing Reusable Medical Devices role is to provide advanced clinical expertise and care relevant to reprocessing reusable medical devices across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS).
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV637699 |
| Closing date | 05-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | from 03/11/2025 up to 01/03/2026 |
| Contact person | Janine Carrucan |
| Contact details | 07 4433 3606 Access the National Relay Service |
Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?
Townsville Hospital and 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 dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.
About the opportunity:
Position: Clinical Nurse Consultant - Reprocessing Reusable Medical Devices
Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary full-time, 03/11/2025 up to 01/03/2026
Location: Infection Prevention and Control, Corporate Service Group
This role is key to maintain compliance to AS5369 Standard across the THHS, including all the Central Sterilising Departments (CSDs), endoscopy services, oral health services, cardiac investigations, Maternal Foetal Medicine (MFM) and many other areas that use and reprocess reusable medical devices.
The Clinical Nurse Consultant - Reprocessing Reusable Medical Devices is integral to the local delivery of Certificate III in Sterilisation to staff working in CSDs across the THHS.
Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:
- Salary range: $5081.10 to $5516.60 p.f. (Nurse Grade 7)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
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 within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Requirements:
- Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided prior to the commencement of duty.
- Travel: Please note, from time-to-time this position will be required to travel to, and work at, other facilities located within the Rural Hospitals Service Group network to participate in meetings for planning, quality, performance, training and education, or clinical activities.
- Certificate: Certificate III in Sterilisation (from an approved training organisation based on nationally accredited competencies or equivalent).
- Certificate: Certificate IV Training and Assessment (from an approved training organisation based on nationally accredited competencies or equivalent).
- On call: Appointees may be required to participate in an on-call roster.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Janine Carrucan on (07) 4433 3606.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV637699
Applications close: Thursday, 05 June 2025
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 from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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NG7 Clinical Nurse Consultant - Reprocessing Reusable Medical Devices 32136971 (Word, 390KB)
Role Description
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
