A permanent full-time opportunity has opened in our Community Care Units. Could this be the right for for you?

This position requires someone with the ability to deliver high level, competent and evidence-based nursing care to clients aged between 18-65 years old; and through your developed skills will be an integral part in the client’s recovery and transition back to independent living.

If you’re ready to take on a leadership role that has unlimited potential to impact, change and enhance a person, and their family, carers and community outcome and lives, then click on this link and apply today!

Job details

About us:

At our Community Care Units, we provide medium to long term mental health care and rehabilitation in a supervised residential setting for people aged between 18-65 who are in recovery but require support to transition to independent living.

About the role:

The Clinical Nurse performs the role under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Senior and is responsible for delivering high level, competent, evidence-based nursing care within the scope of practice. The position works collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and reliable cares are provided within the dynamic health environment of the Community Care Unit.  The Clinical Nurse with the multidisciplinary team will provide support and assistance to consumers of an adult age group with a diagnosis of a severe and enduring mental illness in their individualised recovery journey.

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. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
• While not mandatory, a relevant qualification in Mental Health would be well regarded.
• Demonstrated an ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team utilising comprehensive communication skills to establish effective partnerships and provide consultation to the team as well as other government and non–government services providers.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $131,900 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $54.44 - $58.30 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) RK5F641140

Applications close: Sunday, 22 June 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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

• Information for Applicants (PDF, 351KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  RK5F641140 - Clinical Nurse (PDF, 338KB)
  Role Description