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Clinical Nurse - Surgical Ward 3
Surgical Ward 3, Townsville University Hospital
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV660368 |
| Closing date | 28-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time |
| Contact person | Rachael Martin |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 3510 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Surgical Ward 3 – Townsville University Hospital
Surgical Ward 3 is a 28-bed inpatient unit providing care to Neurosurgical, Maxillofacial, ENT and Plastics patients. The unit is supported by 11 specialty consultants, allied health, and a strong education-focused nursing team.
About your new employer
Clinical Excellence, Career Growth, Supportive Culture, Work/Life Balance
Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is the largest tertiary hospital in Northern Australia, serving over 250,000 people. We are committed to clinical excellence, professional development, and fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Enjoy the benefits of living in a vibrant regional centre with access to tropical lifestyle and career advancement.
Competitive salary and benefits
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $4138.10 to $4431.10 p.f. (Nurse Grade 6, Band 1)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity
As a Clinical Nurse, you will provide advanced nursing care, leadership, and education within a high-acuity surgical environment. You will support best practice and quality patient outcomes through critical thinking and collaboration with the NUM and CNC.
Requirements
- Mandatory: Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration.
- Highly desirable: Postgraduate qualifications and experience in tracheostomy care.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including criminal history checks.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Rachael Martin on (07) 4433 3510.
Applications close: Sunday, 28 September 2025.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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.
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QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
NG6-1 Clinical Nurse (Surgical Ward 3) 30463448 (Word, 3.69MB)
Role Description
