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Clinical Nurse - Operating Theatres (Plastics)
Surgical Service Group, Townsville University Hospital
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV680402 |
| Closing date | 28-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Part-time, 44 hours per fortnight |
| Contact person | Tanya Schafer |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 3373 Access the National Relay Service |
About your employer
Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) is a leading tertiary and referral service providing a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment. Staff work with diverse patient groups, contribute to innovative models of care and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
We offer structured career development pathways, secondment opportunities and access to education and training, supported by strong partnerships with James Cook University (JCU). Our workplace culture values collaboration, inclusion and professional support.
Located in North Queensland, Townsville HHS offers the lifestyle benefits of a regional centre, including short commutes, affordable living, outdoor recreation and a relaxed environment. We prioritise employee wellbeing through flexible work options, job stability and a family‑friendly workplace.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Base salary range: $57.48 - $61.55 p.h. (Nurse Grade 6, Band 1)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- On-call and shift allowances (where applicable)
- Plus great salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
About your opportunity
As the Plastics Operating Theatre Clinical Nurse, you will provide high‑quality perioperative nursing care and support within a specialised surgical environment. You will work closely with the plastics surgical team to coordinate equipment and loan instruments, ensuring safe and efficient patient care.
In this role, you will contribute to staff development through training and clinical support, and assist with ordering and maintaining theatre supplies and equipment. You will also support theatre operations by preparing draft rosters and assisting with staff allocations in consultation with the Nurse Unit Manager. The position includes participation in a rotating roster with a mix of shift lengths and an on‑call component.
This role is ideal for a nurse with experience in plastics or a similar surgical specialty. Postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded but not essential.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position and registration with AHPRA
- Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, including participation in an on‑call roster.
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: Tanya Schafer on (07) 4433 3373.
Applications close: Tuesday, 28 April 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
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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