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Registered Nurse (Emerald Nursing Resource Unit)
Emerald, Blackwater, Springsure, Woorabinda
Want a career with ongoing change and diversity? The Emerald Nursing Resource Unit are now hiring Registered Nurses!
Emerald Nursing Resource Unit offers several permanent positions for Registered Nurses, who will be assigned to various facilities across the Central Highlands to cover leave shortages. Staff may need to travel between hospitals and facilities in Emerald, Blackwater, Springsure, and Woorabinda, and are required to stay in provided accommodation if working outside their usual town of residence.
Based in Emerald, a quaint regional town in Central Queensland, known for its agriculture and outdoor activities. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes and national parks, it offers a relaxed lifestyle, strong community spirit, and affordable living, making it ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CH5F644966 |
| Closing date | 15-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Jennifer Ralaca |
| Contact details | (07) 4987 9564 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Emerald Hospital is located 300kms west of the Queensland coastline. The population of the surrounding community is approximately 28,000 with 15,000 at Emerald. Emerald Hospital is a 32-bed facility, has two operating theatres and approximately 160 staff delivering services across emergency, acute care, perioperative services, maternity, infusion services, hospital in the home (HITH), child heath, mental health, palliative care, community and primary care.
About the role:
Emerald Nursing Resource Unit (ENRU) has a number of permanent positions for Registered Nurses who will be allocated to different facilities to backfill leave across Central Highlands hospitals/facilities (Emerald, Blackwater, Springsure and Woorabinda). Staff will be required to travel to hospitals/facilities within Central Highlands and live in supplied accommodation if they are not working in the town which is their normal place of residence.
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. Post graduate experience in Emergency or Perioperative Services highly regarded.
- Advanced Life Support
- Paediatric Life Support
- Triage
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $121,106 p.a. 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:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5F644966
Applications close: Tuesday, 15 July 2025
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Further information
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Documents
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Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
Information Package for Applicants
CH5F644966 - Registered Nurse (PDF, 420KB)
Role Description
