As an Enrolled Nurse in the Cancer Care Unit, you won’t just be part of a clinical team, you’ll be part of a compassionate movement that delivers hope, comfort, and strength to vulnerable patients every day.

This is your opportunity to make your care count in one of the most meaningful areas of healthcare. You’ll collaborate with dedicated professionals, learn from inspiring specialists, and work alongside the Registered Nurses in delivering patient-centred, evidence-based care.

Your empathy, attention to detail, and steady presence can transform a patient’s toughest day into one filled with dignity and reassurance. Cancer care is a field that challenges you, grows you, and rewards you in ways few others can. This is your chance to make the change!

Job details

About us:

The unit is a 11-bed inpatient unit for Cancer Care Services. Cancer Care Services encompass:

• Medical Oncology
• Radiation Oncology
• Haematology
• Specialist Palliative Care

About the role:

To provide direct and indirect evidence-based patient care, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, using contemporary nursing theory and practice within the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS).

A Nurse Grade 3 is an Enrolled Nurse who supports a Registered Nurse in the provision of patient centred care as specified by registration requirements. The Enrolled Nurse seeks assistance and support in decision making from a Registered Nurse.

About you:

You will hold a current nursing registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

• Demonstrates sound evidence-based clinical skills and knowledge in area of practice and setting.
• You will practice within the Nursing and Midwifery Board competency domains for an Enrolled Nurse.
• You will demonstrate the ability to adhere to Code of Conduct for Queensland Public Service.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team and adapt to change.
• Ability to communicate oral and written information promptly and accurately.
• Demonstrate your ability to communicate respectfully and thoughtfully with other staff, patients and carers.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $51,755 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $35.92 - $38.12 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• 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:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5K668903

Applications close: Thursday, 20 November 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK5K668903 - Enrolled Nurse (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)