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Public Health Nurse - Communicable Diseases
Herston
Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity as a Public Health Nurse within the Population Health Division! The Population Health Division delivers policies, programs, services, and regulatory functions that aim to improve the health of the Queensland population. It does this by promoting and protecting health and wellbeing, detecting and preventing disease and injury, and supporting high quality healthcare service delivery.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/PH681680 |
| Closing date | 14-May-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Jenny Thomlinson |
| Contact details | 0499 858 306 Access the National Relay Service |
The Public Health Nurse position sits within the Communicable Diseases Branch. The Communicable Diseases Branch (CDB) provides expert strategic direction in the prevention, early response and control of communicable diseases to protect the health and wellbeing of all Queenslanders. The work of CDB is underpinned by a strong focus on addressing health inequalities, particularly for vulnerable populations and groups, and a commitment to closing the health gap for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
About the role:
The Public Health Nurse role provides specialised public health nursing expertise to support the strategic design, implementation and evaluation of communicable disease prevention and control initiatives.
As a Public Health Nurse, you will provide expert public health nursing knowledge and advice on communicable diseases to the public and other key stakeholders in consultation with the CDB Senior Medical Officers, Assistant Director of Nursing and Director of Nursing. You will also Effectively lead and coordinate, public health programs including developing, actioning and managing strategic policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to the prevention and control of communicable diseases.
Other key responsibilities include:
• Establish and maintain effective partnerships with health services, government agencies, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and other stakeholders to support public health outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and review of statewide and interagency strategic and operational plans.
• Provide expert public health nursing knowledge and advice in the planning, response, coordination and management of communicable disease incidents or events of statewide significance.
• Participate in the development and sustainability of a culture of learning that supports a capable, skilled and educated nursing workforce.
Why work for us:
- Competitive salaries
- Leave loading
- Professional development
- Employee wellbeing programs
Ready to apply?
For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.
Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.
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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