MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH INTEGRATED CARE!

Help patients navigate their recovery journey as Nurse Navigator with Integrated Care Rehabilitation Services at Hervey Bay and Maryborough Hospitals. Coordinate personalised, patient-centred care, connect patients with the right health services and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support recovery, independence and wellbeing. Use your clinical expertise to improve care coordination and help patients achieve better health outcomes.

Make every connection count and help transform lives - apply now!

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity: 

• The Nurse Navigator Service is a state-wide model of care designed to provide holistic support to patients with complex health conditions requiring an expert level of healthcare co-ordination. This integrated and proactive approach to health care service delivery will help ensure patients receive the most appropriate service when and where they need it. Nurse Navigators work across system boundaries to actively advocate and improve health literacy, in close partnership with patients and families, other health and allied-health services to improve the patient's healthcare experience and quality of life.        

Temporary Full Time (76 hours p.f.) from date of appointment for up to 18 months and Temporary Part Time (38 hours p.f.) from date of appointment up to 31^st December 2026 with the possibility of extension.

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $174,208 p.a., comprising salary between $140,632 - $152,685 p.a. (f/t) or competitive salary rates between $70.92 - $77.00 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 7) (Temporary Full Time, 76 hours p.f., from date of appointment for up to 18 months and Temporary Part Time, 38 hours p.f., from date of appointment up to 31^st December 2026 with the possibility of extension) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2610WB695592

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:  

• Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
• Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
• Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
• The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Fraser Coast   

The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.   

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

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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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF)
  
  Information for Nursing Applicants - 2023 (PDF)
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF)
  
  H2610WB695592 RD (PDF)