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Registered Nurse (Theodore)
Theodore
Your rural Registered Nurse adventure awaits!
This hands-on, patient-centred care role will deliver care across a diverse caseload, expanding your clinical judgment while building connections with your community and close-knit team. From quick thinking in urgent moments to everyday care, you’ll make a genuine difference in our small town. You’ll grow your skills rapidly, be supported by a collaborative team, and even dip into quality improvement and learning opportunities along the way.
If you’re adaptable, compassionate, and ready for variety, challenge, and purpose—this is your chance to thrive. Come for the role, stay for the lifestyle. Apply now!
Job details
| Position status | Casual |
|---|---|
| Position type | Non Standard Hours |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/BA6C679189 |
| Closing date | 06-May-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Kara Davies |
| Contact details | (07) 4990 3000 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Theodore Multipurpose Health Service located 229km southwest of Rockhampton, is part of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. Theodore is situated on the Leichhardt Highway between the junction of Castle Creek and the Dawson River.
The Theodore Multipurpose Health Service is a 10-bed facility that provides a range of health services to the community, including emergency, inpatients and outpatients, residential aged care and telehealth services.
Meet Hayley, one of our Registered Nurses > Registered Nurse - Theodore | Instagram
About the role:
- Provide nursing care based on the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council National Competency Standards to a group of patient/clients in collaboration with health service providers.
- Work within scope of practice to assume responsibility for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care. The position works collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and reliable care is provided within the dynamic health environments of Central Queensland Health's facilities.
- Possess a satisfactory knowledge base, accountability for practice, and function in accordance with legislation affecting nursing, and the protection of patients' rights.
- Encourage effective learning and development for fellow staff through creating an environment that supports effective education and professional development of self and others from novice to advanced practitioners.
About you:
- Registered Nurse qualification with a registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) are mandatory for this position.
- Experience in Emergency Nursing, Rural Nursing with up-to-date Advanced Life Support and IV Cannulation would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures relevant to contemporary nursing practice and specific to area of practice.
- Skills and knowledge to assist in planning, resource management and development of self and others.
- Experience and demonstrated ability to plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality clinical services.
What we offer:
- An hourly rate between $53.73 - $68.92 p.h. (Including 25% casual loading)
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
Additional Benefits:
- Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA6C679189
Applications close: Wednesday, 6 May 2026
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