We’re seeking passionate, dedicated Registered Nurses (Child Health) to join our Community Family Health teams in Bundaberg, Hervey Bay and Maryborough. These roles are ideal for nurses who value connection, continuity of care, and the opportunity to support families during the most important stages of childhood development. The Wide Bay region offers a coastal lifestyle, affordable living, and a strong community feel, while Wide Bay HHS provides a supportive, forward‑thinking workplace focused on professional growth and work–life balance.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity: 

• The Registered Nurse (RN) provides clinical and patient-centred care within the Community Family Health, supporting the facilitation and provision of quality and cost effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-informed practice.
• The Registered Nurse role offers Registered Nurses currently pursuing further studies in Child and Family Health or hold a Child and Family Health qualification an opportunity to develop specialised skills in Child Health. Through a combination of clinical experience and academic, you will work closely with Child Health Nurses and the multi-disciplinary team to provide ongoing support within the community setting. This role will work under the direct or indirect supervision of a Clinical Nurse Child Health assisting with the care of children and families accessing Child Health services.

2 x Permanent Part Time Positions (38 hours p.f.) and Several Temporary Part Time Positions (hours negotiable) for up to 12 months

*Please reference your preferred location on your application.

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $63,930 p.a., comprising salary rates $44.06 - $56.52 p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 5) (2 x Permanent Part Time Positions, 38 hours p.f. and Several Temporary Part Time Positions, hours negotiable, for up to 12 months). (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2605WB683197

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:  

• Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
• Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
• Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
• The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional area, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast  

Bundaberg is where the coastline meets the country, four hours' drive north of Brisbane. It is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. This destination with a difference is home to K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), incredible whale watching encounters, family-friendly beaches, history and culture.  

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

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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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF)
  
  Information for Nursing Applicants - 2023 (PDF)
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF)
  
  H2605WB683197 - RD (PDF)