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Assistant in Nursing


Cunnamulla 4490 Western Qld (Australia)

South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for Assistant in Nursing’s to permanently join nursing Team at Cunnamulla, Western Queensland.

Please note this position requires the successful applicant to reside in Cunnamulla or nearby to fulfill the requirements of this role.

Join us in building better health in the bush!

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 1 (1)
Workplace Location South West Qld
Job ad reference QLD/SW679646
Closing date 27-Apr-2026
Job duration Remuneration up to $86,824 p.a. Full Time
Contact person Tina Jackson
Contact details 07 4655 8100
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Your opportunity

The Assistant in Nursing, Cunnamulla, Western Qld, provides nursing team support and undertake the nursing/midwifery care under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse to support consumer/person centred care.

The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care support in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.

If you are looking for a sea change, you might find your home away from home in the outback town of Cunnamulla. Surfing the sand dunes, relaxing in the artesian springs nearby, having a mudbath at Eulo, exploring national parks and fishing the Warrego river are all on the agenda in this red dirt outback escape.

What we can do for you

Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.

Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing / medical and career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.

  • Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution!
  • Play a key role in helping us deliver better health in the bush!
  • Make a positive difference to members of our community!

Be a part of something bigger

South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.

Take a look at what Cunnamulla has to offer! https://www.outbackqueensland.com.au/town/cunnamulla/ & https://www.aussietowns.com.au/town/cunnamulla-qld 

For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service - https://www.southwest.health.qld.gov.au/

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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