South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Education to join our team in Mungindi!

Join us in building better health in the bush!

Job details

Your opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Education to join our team. The Clinical Nurse Education practices autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team to provide nursing/education services within a rural / remote health service setting.

The Clinical Nurse Educator position has a primary focus of education. It is an advanced practice nurse who delivers a variety of clinical training activities designed to meet identified learning and development needs of nurses. The Clinical Nurse works in the clinical area offering direct support and supervision to nurses to promote and facilitate clinical care outcomes.

The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.

Mungindi is a designated Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package (RANIP) site in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health) Award – State 2015. This attracts additional entitlements which may include:

• An annual isolation bonus paid annually!
• Return airfares to the nearest provincial city in conjunction with leave!
• Additional annual leave per annum!

Please note: Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) implications may apply, it is recommended that individuals seek independent financial advice.

The laid back life style of this unique border town provides a true escape from the bustling city life. While Mungindi's population is relatively small, this wheat, cotton, wool, beef and sheep producing district is fast becoming renowned for its enthusiasm in bringing world class Festivals and Events to the local area, showcasing their community spirit; the same community feel that makes our Multipurpose Health Facility a career move you will wish you had made earlier.  

What we can do for you

Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.

Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing and career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.

• Temporary accommodation may be available by negotiation!
• Make a positive difference to members of our community!
• Supportive workplaces to build your career!

Be a part of something bigger

South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.

Take a look at what Mungindi has to offer! - https://mymungindi.com.au/ & https://www.aussietowns.com.au/town/mungindi-nsw

For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service - https://www.southwest.health.qld.gov.au/

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.

• SW638927 RD (PDF, 641KB)
  Role Description
  
  info-for-applicants_SWHHS (PDF, 319KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SWHHS Area Map (PDF, 1.67MB)
  Information Package for Applicants