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Clinical Nurse (Specialist Team)
Rockhampton
Working with people facing complex challenges, you'll use your clinical judgement to assess needs, plan care and connect clients with the right support. You'll work closely with the Clinical Nurse Consultant and multidisciplinary team, while developing your expertise in harm reduction, early intervention and AOD care.
You don't need previous AOD experience to apply - if you're a Registered Nurse with strong assessment skills, sound clinical judgement and a genuine interest in this area of care, training and support will help you build your specialist knowledge.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK6J695743 |
| Closing date | 16-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Wendy Frankish |
| Contact details | (07) 4920 5500 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service supports people across Central Queensland who are experiencing mental health challenges or concerns with alcohol and other drug use. Through a network of inpatient, community and outreach services, the team provides specialised care closer to home, helping people navigate difficult times and improve their health and wellbeing.
With services spanning Rockhampton, Gladstone, Yeppoon, Emerald, Blackwater, Biloela and surrounding communities, the team also works to reduce alcohol and drug-related harm while supporting clients, their families and the wider community.
About the role:
- Deliver specialist clinical nursing care to clients experiencing alcohol and other drug-related concerns, including screening, assessment, brief intervention and referral.
- Apply clinical judgement and evidence-based practice to provide individualised care, with support from the Clinical Nurse Consultant and senior nursing team.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, consumers, families and external agencies to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Promote prevention, early intervention, health education and harm reduction strategies to improve health outcomes across the community.
- Contribute to service improvement, research, clinical education and ongoing professional development to strengthen AOD service delivery.
About you:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse is essential; Postgraduate qualifications in Alcohol and Other Drugs or Advanced Nursing Practice are desirable, but not mandatory.
- Experience in AOD services would be an advantage, however training is provided.
- Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, case management and delivering safe, increasingly complex nursing care.
- Strong time management, prioritisation and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to support continuity of care and contribute to service improvement.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $139,931 p.a. is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $57.76 - $61.85 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits:
- Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
- Professional development allowance
- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
- Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J695743
Applications close: Monday, 16 November 2026
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