Are you a Registered Nurse seeking to expand your skills into Nurse Navigation? CQ Health are offering a permanent part time opportunity for the right fit!

The Nurse Navigator provides patient-centered, proactive care for those with complex conditions, ensuring seamless services across the continuum of care. Guided by four pillars; care coordination, partnerships, outcomes, and system improvement, it reduces fragmentation, educates, and empowers patients. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nurse Navigator advocates for vulnerable consumers, improving their healthcare experience and quality of life within existing care models.

Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.

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Job details

About us:

The Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) Nurse and Midwife Navigator service provides a centralised CQ-wide model of delivery, with Nurse Navigator positions operating from community care settings, based at Gladstone, Biloela (Banana), Emerald (Central Highlands) and Rockhampton (Capricorn Coast, Mount Morgan, Woorabinda).

About the role:

The Nurse Navigator employs advanced clinical and professional practice capabilities to deliver a positive consumer centred health experience across the lifespan for consumers with complex and chronic health conditions.

About you:

• Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community.
• 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.
• While not mandatory, a relevant post graduate qualification, or working towards would be well regarded.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 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) RK5I663622

Applications close: Tuesday, 14 October 2025

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

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

• RK5I663622 - Nurse Navigator - Identified (PDF, 349KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Evidence-of-Attribute (PDF, 347KB)
  Information Package for Applicants