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Clinical Nurse, Infection Control Unit - Cairns Hospital
Cairns
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Check another kind of temperature.
Take the next step in your nursing journey with Nursing and Midwifery Services as a Clinical Nurse int he Tuberculosis Control Unit . Whether you’re ready to lead or looking to develop your expertise, we offer excellent support, diverse settings, and a welcoming team – all set in the stunning Far North Queensland region. In your new role you will be demonstrating clinical leadership skills for professional and clinical practices to ensure effective health outcomes. Sounds like a perfect fit for yourself. APPLY NOW!Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CAH679158 |
| Closing date | 16-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | Please see Role Description |
| Contact person | Abbey Lynch |
| Contact details | 07 4226 9502 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Clinical Nurse (CN) role provides advanced clinical and problem-solving skills, expert planning and coordination skills in the clinical management of tuberculosis patients with complex care needs, ensuring quality standards are met. This role works autonomously within the healthcare team structure and is pivotal in the planning, managing and delivering of tuberculosis specialist nursing care.
We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Far North Queensland by providing high quality acute health care services
Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.
About your role:
- Maintain sound knowledge of relevant legislation, guideline and standards specifically relating to nursing/midwifery practice and ensure safe, appropriate application of same.
- Practice collaboratively and provide clinical leadership within the interdisciplinary health care team to promote the safety, security and personal integrity of individuals and groups.
- Undertake quality improvement and evidence-based practice activities to ensure the provision of quality, cost-effective patient care.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.
What we offer:
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
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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.
Applicants are to apply online. If the information requested in the ‘how to apply’ section is not provided, you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application
Documents
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