An opportunity for learning and growth exists for a Nurse Practitioner to step into the Geriatric Evaluation Rapid Intervention team from February 2026 - July 2026! Ready to level up your skills?

The Nurse Practitioner at CQ Health provides advanced clinical care within aged care, working under medical governance. They lead the RaSS mobile ED team, supervise clinical nurses, and operate within regulatory guidelines. The role involves clinical expertise, supporting patient care across diverse aged care settings, with reporting to senior medical and nursing leaders, but no direct financial or HR responsibilities.

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Job details

About us:

CQ Health provides public health services across Central Queensland, in hospitals and in the community. CQ Health is a stator body governed by our Board. We serve a growing population of approximately 250,000 people and employ more than 3,700 staff, treating more than 700,000 patients each year. The health service has a diverse geographical footprint, ranging from regional cities to remote townships in the west and beachside communities along the coast.

About the role:

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a Registered Nurse (RN) appointed to the position with endorsements to practice as a Nurse Practitioner. The Nurse Practitioner works within current Commonwealth, State and District regulations in relation to expanded authorities in the RACF setting.

About you:

• Registration and Nurse Practitioner endorsement with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and possession of a current practicing certificate.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo the CQHHS Nursing and Midwifery and Health Practitioner Credentialing and Defining Scope of Clinical Practice Sub Committee Nurse requirements for credentialing as a Nurse Practitioner according to the HHS policy.
• While not mandatory, a relevant qualification in gerontology, palliative care or chronic disease management would be well regarded.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $14,816 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $75.27 - $78.59 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) RK5I662182

Applications close: Tuesday, 21 October 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK5I662182 - Nurse Practitioner (PDF, 384KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants