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Clinical Nurse (Opiate Substitute Treatment) - Cairns
Cairns
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Looking for more than just a nursing job? Join the Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services as a clinical nurse in the Opiate Substitute Treatment department and experience the unique opportunity to deliver care that truly matters – while living in one of Australia’s most beautiful and relaxed tropical regions. You will assess the different health needs and conduct brief intervention and other prescribed treatment for individuals while working in collaboration with the clinical nurse consultant.Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CAH685059 |
| Closing date | 24-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Part Time |
| Contact person | Sarah Rogers |
| Contact details | 07 4226 2777 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Alcohol and Other Drugs Services offers a comprehensive range of services across hospital, community and diversionary settings to respond to and assist in preventing harms related to the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. The service operates multidisciplinary teams that aim to provide a comprehensive evidence-based approach to assist in addressing the issues arising at an individual and community level from the use of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. AODS has sites in Cairns, Mossman, Mareeba and Innisfail. The Cairns AOD Service comprises two sites: 8 Aplin Street, Cairns (Community, Health Prevention, and Opiate Treatment Program), Alcohol Diversion Program and Day Withdrawal Service.
We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Far North Queensland by providing high quality acute health care services.
Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.
About your opportunity:
In this position you will…
- Provide effective and efficient clinical care in the specialised area of Opiate Substitution Treatment and work in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Consultant to ensure the maintenance of safe standards in patient care.
- Participate in the development, implementation and review of other prevention and treatment services either conducted or supported by AODS.
- Apply contemporary human resource management principles to ensure that the unit working environment meets legislative standards and Queensland Health policy.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.
What we offer:
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are to apply online. If the information requested in the ‘how to apply’ section is not provided, you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application.
Documents
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