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Clinical Nurse (Cleveland Youth Detention Health Service)


Womens and Childrens Service Group, Townsville

Summary


We are seeking a Clinical Nurse to join the team within the Cleveland Youth Detention Health Service in Townsville on a permanent part-time basis.

Make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable youth while enjoying a condensed working week that supports true work-life balance.

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV683904
Closing date 10-Jun-2026
Job duration Permanent Part-time, 56 hours per fortnight
Contact person Michelle Curtis
Contact details (07) 4421 5286
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About the work unit / facility

Cleveland Youth Detention Health Services, part of the Women's and Children's Service Group, provides primary health care to young people in detention, supported by general practitioners and specialist services within a secure, multidisciplinary environment.

About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to advanced clinical practice, multidisciplinary teams and specialised expertise.

We are committed to supporting your career growth through structured development pathways, education and training opportunities, and strong partnerships with James Cook University.

Our organisation fosters a supportive, community-focused culture where collaboration and inclusion are valued. Enjoy the benefits of a regional lifestyle, including short commutes, affordable living, and access to both rural and urban facilities.

Located in North Queensland, we offer the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle—featuring flexible work arrangements, job security, and a family-friendly environment in a vibrant and scenic region.

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
  • Plus great salary sacrificing to increase take-home pay

About your opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Clinical Nurse to join our dedicated Primary Health Team within a youth detention environment. This is a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality, holistic nursing care to a vulnerable cohort of young people who are often disengaged from mainstream health services.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing services within a primary health care model, ensuring care is delivered in accordance with relevant legislation, policies, clinical standards, and practice guidelines. You will play a key role in supporting the health and wellbeing of young people through evidence-based, client-centred care.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, your responsibilities will include coordinating and delivering nurse-led clinics, undertaking health assessments and screenings, supporting chronic disease management, and facilitating health promotion initiatives. You will also liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of care, administer medications, and respond to clinical emergencies in a timely and professional manner.

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: Michelle Curtis on (07) 4421 5286.

Applications close: Wednesday, 10 June 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.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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