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Nurse Unit Manager
Mitchell QLD 4465
South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Unit Manager to join our team.
Join us in building better health in the bush!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | South West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SW684471 |
| Closing date | 30-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Tracey Hansen |
| Contact details | 07 4623 1277 Access the National Relay Service |
Your opportunity
The Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) practices with an advanced level of autonomy to provide nursing services within the rural/remote health service setting.
The NUM is a senior level clinician and manager, accountable at an advanced level in the leading, directing and coordination of nursing and associated services within the clinical unit, providing the highest level of care to patients, while meeting national and professional standards.
The NUM participates in the shared Clinical On Call roster.
The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.
Mitchell is a designated Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package (RANIP) site in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health) Award – State 2015. This attracts additional entitlements which may include:
- An annual isolation bonus paid annually!
- Return airfares to the nearest provincial city in conjunction with leave!
- Additional annual leave per annum!
Please note: Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) implications may apply, it is recommended that individuals seek independent financial advice.
Escape the city crowds and discover the rural town of Mitchell, where the skies are as big as the characters you will meet. Mitchell MPHS is a 30 bed facility located 560kms west of Brisbane servicing a population of approximately 900. Situated on the banks of the Maranoa River where you can spend your days off fishing or try rejuvenating in the artesian spa or going to the free gym with your new friends in this welcoming home away from home.
What we can do for you
Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.
Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing and career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.
- Grow your career in South West's highly skilled and diverse team!
- Free or subsidised accommodation!
- Make a positive difference to members of our community!
Be a part of something bigger
South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.
Take a look at what Mitchell has to offer! www.romarevealed.com.au/discover-the-region/towns/mitchell-qld/
For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service - https://www.southwest.health.qld.gov.au/
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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