Ward 2D at The Prince Charles Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Nurse (NG6 Band 1) to join our cohesive and patient‑focused team.

Job details

About the role

The Clinical Nurse provides advanced clinical expertise, leadership, and coordination of nursing care for patients with surgical and orthopaedic conditions, contributing to safe, high‑quality, evidence‑based care within an interprofessional model. The role supports the overall functioning of the ward through clinical leadership, mentoring of junior staff, and effective decision‑making in the absence of the Nurse Unit Manager or other senior nursing leadership

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Provide advanced nursing assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to deliver high‑standard, patient‑centred care.
• Respond effectively to sudden changes in patient condition and implement appropriate clinical interventions.
• Provide education to patients, families and carers to support understanding and safe transition of care.
• Act as shift coordinator and team leader as required, supporting safe and efficient ward operations.
• Support performance and development planning for self and others.

Health Equity

It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services;  and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) 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.

• Application Support (PDF)
  
  Benefits for working with MN (PDF)
  
  PCH673840 Role Description (PDF)