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Registered Nurse
Intensive Care Unit - Townsville University Hospital
Summary
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Full-time,Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 5 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV680481 |
| Closing date | 27-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time and part-time opportunities |
| Contact person | Amanda Krauklis |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 3526 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit - Intensive Care Unit:
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is an 18-bed level 6 tertiary unit managing all specialties other than burns (including ECMO).
About your new employer:
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $87,368 to $112,064 p.a. (NG5)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity:
The role of the Registered Nurse is to provide direct and indirect patient focused critical care to ensure the provision of safe, quality, evidence-based patient care within the Intensive Care Unit.
Please note - There are permanent full-time and part-time opportunities available.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
- Adult Life Support Certificate: must obtain and maintain an annua competency in Advanced Life Support as per THHSCLI040151 Life Support Training and Assessment procedure.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
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: Amanda Krauklis on (07) 4433 3526.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV680481
Applications close: Monday, 27 April 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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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