This role puts you right at the centre of elective surgery, helping to get patients treated faster and safer. As a Clinical Nurse in Elective Surgery Outsourcing, you will use your clinical expertise to identify patients, assess their readiness for surgery, and coordinate their journey from waitlist to recovery.

You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to make informed decisions that directly reduce waiting times and improve patient outcomes. Assessing pre-op risks, managing patient journeys through Surgery Connect Activity Navigator (SCAN) and supporting consumers with education, advocacy and guidance are just some of what make up your day-to-day. Apply now if this blend of clinical knowledge, coordination and leadership sounds like your next career move!

Job details

About us:

Guided by the National Elective Surgery Urgency Categorisation guidelines, the Elective Surgery Services Implementation Standards (ESSIS), this unit aims to provide quality, safe and efficient patient focused care for preoperative patients, both paediatrics and adult, assessed as suitable for elective surgery.

The Elective Surgery Outsourcing Office manages the waitlist for elective surgery patients eligible for referral through statewide agreements i.e Surgery Connect or local level agreement for access to theatre. The outsourced pathway is inclusive of pre-referral screening following key criteria, monitoring the patient journey and return through to the Hospital and Health Service for ongoing care and follow up after episodes are completed.

About the role:

Clinical Nurse (Elective Surgery Clinical Outsourcing) position is a Registered Nurse who is responsible for selecting appropriate elective surgery patients for outsourcing to private facilities within Queensland. The purpose of this role is to provide expert clinical knowledge and clinical care for patients on the elective surgery waitlist.

• Identifies surgical patients for inclusion in the Surgery Connect Program or local service level agreements through the application of inclusion/exclusion criteria and
• Collate and evaluate all relevant clinical information related to the proposed outsourced procedure including assessment of pre-operative risk
• Develop clear communication, liaison and collaborative working relationships with the multi-disciplinary team inclusive of Surgery Connect and external health service providers across the continuum of
• Provide patient support through education, guidance, and advocacy to optimise surgical readiness and
• Provide clinical outcomes and recommendations to Outsourcing Administrative Officers and other relevant

About you:

• Hold a tertiary degree qualification such as a Bachelor of Nursing or Current nursing registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is also a requirement for this position. Minimum of three (3) years post graduate nursing experience in an acute/surgical facility. Previous experience in pre-admission clinic or waitlist management will be highly desirable.
• Advanced level clinical and problem-solving skills, expert planning and coordination skills in the clinical management and delivery of comprehensive person-centred
• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the relevant standards and processes; engage in incident investigation, risk mitigation strategies that foster and support safe Build and maintain strong relationships, open communication within a healthcare team.
• Ongoing learning and professional development to provide quality person-centred care and health education to patients/residents/clients and others. Actively contribute to the learning and development of others.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $135,857.00 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $56.08 - $60.05 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.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6B675861

Applications close: Thursday, 26 February 2026

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Further information

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  RK6B675861 - Clinical Nurse (Elective Surgery) (PDF)