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Registered Nurse (Richmond MPHS)
Richmond Multi-purpose Health Service
Summary
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Expand your horizons in the rural town of RICHMOND |
Job details
| Position status | Contract,Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV685262 |
| Closing date | 08-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Temp Part-time for 10 months only, 45.6 hrs pf |
| Contact person | Judy Brown |
| Contact details | (07) 4741 6100 Access the National Relay Service |
Discover why Richmond is truly an oasis in the Outback!
Imagine the profound sense of freedom that comes from gazing across a land, gleaming in the sun, that is so vast and unique it spans from the plains of the downs region to the forest country's gidgee trees and the refreshing waters of Queensland's longest river. Discover why Richmond is frequently described as `an oasis in the Outback'.
About your opportunity:
Fixed Term Temporary part-time, 45.6 hours per fortnight, 10 months, RICHMOND
- Provide clinical expertise, support and education to nursing staff within a MPHS environment in a rural and remote location.
- Utilising clinical skills, knowledge and experience the position holder will deliver a high standard of evidence-based person-centred care to patients, providing support to patients, families, and other healthcare colleagues within the Richmond MPHS.
- This dynamic position services a 10-bed rural facility, comprising of 4 aged care and 6 acute inpatient beds whilst providing a Hospital Based Ambulance Service (First Responder) to the town and surrounding community of Richmond.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $44.06 to $56.51 p.h. (NG5)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Accommodation: On-site single staff accommodation will be provided for the successful applicant.
- Successful applicants may be eligible for RANIP (Rural and Remote Incentive Package) (including retention bonuses) and the opportunity to participate in the Hospital Based Ambulance service.
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
- Highly Desirable: Extensive experience in Emergency Department and a current Adult Life Support certificate.
- Adult Life Support certificate: Must obtain and maintain an annual competency in Advanced Life Support as per THHSCLI040151 Life Support Training and Assessment
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including Aged Care Pre-Employment Screening and NDIS Worker Screening Checks.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Judy Brown on (07) 4741 6100.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV685262
Applications close: Wednesday, 8 July 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
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Documents
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