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Registered Nurse - Anaesthetics
Townsville University Hospital
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV675143 |
| Closing date | 17-Feb-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent part-time, hours negotiable |
| Contact person | Shallyn Sandow |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 3373 Access the National Relay Service |
About your opportunity:
The purpose of the Anaesthetic Registered Nurse is to provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients, anaesthetists and nursing staff within the Operating Theatre ensuring the provision of best practice and quality patient care. A combination of 10, 9 and 6 hour shifts are rostered to ensure anaesthetic nursing coverage to all theatre lists. Continuous shift work and rostering to the on call roster is mandatory for staff.
Please note, the position is permanent part-time, hours negotiable.
About the unit:
The Townsville University Operating Theatre has 15 operating theatres including a Hybrid Theatre. The service offers of the Townsville University Hospital include the following disciplines.
- Cardiac
- Neurosurgery
- Vascular
- Thoracic
- Ear, Nose and Throat
- Plastic Reconstruction Surgery
- Maxillary Facial, Oral Surgery and Dental
- Urology
- Orthopaedics
- Trauma
- Hepatobiliary, Gastrointestinal and Breast Endocrine
- Ophthalmology
- Paediatrics
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Kidney Transplant
In addition, the Anaesthetic team provides anaesthetic support to outlying departments including Medical Imaging, Brachytherapy, Endoscopy, Cardiac Cathlab, Interventional Radiology and Mental Health.
About your new employer:
- Clinical Excellence: Delivering advanced surgical care including robotic-assisted procedures and future transplant services.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to lead education, research, and service development within your specialty.
- Supportive Culture: Work within a collegiate team committed to excellence and collaboration.
- Work/Life Balance: Enjoy generous leave entitlements and flexible working arrangements.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer a generous pro rata remuneration package (based on full-time equivalent value) up to $109,330 p.a. comprising:
- Salary range: $42.98 to $55.13 p.h. (NG5)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available and generous leave entitlements
Role Requirements:
- Mandatory qualification (Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent) and registration with AHPRA.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including criminal history clearance.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Shallyn Sandow on (07) 4433 3373.
Applications close: Tuesday, 17 February 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
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