Lead the future of aged care as a Nurse Practitioner with Central Queensland Health. This is an exciting opportunity to influence care outcomes, mentor others, and drive quality improvement while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of regional Queensland.

With dedicated rostered time for professional development, innovation, and practising at the full scope of your practice, you'll have the support to grow while delivering exceptional care.

If you're an endorsed Nurse Practitioner with advanced clinical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a passion for collaborative, person-centred care, we'd love to hear from you.

Job details

About us:

Join Central Queensland Health and be part of a healthcare service that supports communities across one of Queensland's most diverse and rewarding regions. With opportunities spanning vibrant regional centres, picturesque coastal communities, and remote rural locations, you'll enjoy a varied and meaningful career while making a genuine impact on the lives of older Queenslanders.

Our aged care network includes 21 accredited Residential Aged Care Homes and seven Multipurpose Health Services across the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service catchment, including nine facilities in Rockhampton and three on the Capricorn Coast. Whether you're looking to grow your skills, build lasting connections with residents, or enjoy the lifestyle benefits of regional Queensland, you'll find a supportive team and rewarding career with us.

About the role:

• Practice autonomously at an advanced level within a multidisciplinary team, delivering expert care in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Board Australia (NMBA) Nurse Practitioner standards.
• Conduct rapid emergency and comprehensive geriatric assessments, providing acute care, treatments, and interventions for residents in Residential Aged Care Homes.
• Deliver specialist, patient-centred care across multiple settings, including aged care facilities, inpatient in-reach services, and telehealth.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and healthcare teams to support informed decision-making and achieve the best possible health outcomes.
• Provide clinical leadership through staff education, mentoring, policy development, quality improvement activities, and auditing to enhance aged care services.

About you:

• Current registration and Nurse Practitioner endorsement with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), along with a valid practising certificate, is mandatory.
• Successful applicants must obtain and maintain Nurse Practitioner credentialing and defined scope of clinical practice approval in accordance with Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others, provides support; shares information and credit; considers the view of and involves colleagues in decision making; deals effectively with conflict; maintains effective working relationships with colleagues; mentors and provides leadership as appropriate.
• Demonstrates advanced clinical evidence-based skill and knowledge in the care of a client, service coordination and interdisciplinary care management, evidenced by feedback, recency of practice and achieved clinical competencies.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $187,710 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $79.47 - $81.97 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• 20% of rostered hours allocated off-line from direct clinical duties
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6F685843

Applications close: Wednesday, 29 July 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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

• RK6F685843 - Nurse Practitioner (GERI RaSS) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)