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Clinical Nurse, Emergency Department - Cairns Hospital


Cairns

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Work in a passionate team environment.

Join Cairns Hospital Emergency Department as a Clinical Nurse and work where no two days are the same. Lead with confidence and integrity while delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. You will be part of a dedicated team that values professional excellence and staff wellbeing. Cairns Hospital is located on the Cairns Esplanade, so you can enjoy life in the tropics with natural beauty and diverse community, whilst being a part of a supportive workplace that values your contribution.

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/CAH674394
Closing date 23-Feb-2026
Job duration Please see role description
Contact person Samantha Conroy
Contact details 07 4226 6306
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About us:

Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.

About your opportunity:

In this position you will:

  • Provide leadership to effectively plan, manage and evaluate patient care activities at an advanced practitioner level within the specified clinical setting and promote patient flow in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
  • Practice collaboratively and provide clinical leadership within the interdisciplinary health care team to promote the safety, security and personal integrity of individuals and groups.
  • Accountable for planning, provision and communication of nursing/midwifery practice including the evaluation and required revision of practice, and for staff and client safety across a shift.

COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | INTEGRITY | RESPECT

 

As a Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service employee, not only will you receive competitive remuneration, you will also have access to:

  • Generous superannuation
  • Salary packaging
  • Annual incremental increases
  • Career training and development
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Wellness programs

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.

For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.

Why choose Cairns?

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You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Cairns and Hinterland here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/cairns_hinterland

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are to apply online. If the information requested in the ‘how to apply’ section is not provided, you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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