This role sits within the Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service, supporting a large and diverse population across Central Queensland. In the Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit, you’ll play a vital role in delivering safe, person-centred care that supports recovery during some of people’s most vulnerable moments.

You will bring strong communication skills, solid clinical capability, and a commitment to growth and quality improvement. Not only does this role give you the opportunity to make your mark in inpatient recovery journeys while developing your clinical practice, you will also have the option of a Permanent, Temporary or Casual position, allowing the flexible needs to suit your lifestyle. We need someone like you!

Job details

About us:

The Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service delivers specialist care for mental health, alcohol and other drug concerns across Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Central Highlands, and Banana regions - supporting a catchment population of more than 250,000 people. Services are available across each of these communities.

Our team works collaboratively with Adult Mental Health Inpatient and Acute Care Teams, Primary Health services, and a broad network of community and private providers. Together, we focus on reducing the impact of mental illness and supporting individuals on their recovery journey through coordinated, person-centred care.

About the role:

• Provides safe, person-centred nursing care within a Mental Health Inpatient Unit, working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrates strong communication and therapeutic interpersonal skills to effectively engage with patients and support team-based care delivery.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and review of patient care plans, while monitoring patient progress and reporting changes to the Registered Nurse.
• Manages own workload effectively, ensuring care is delivered within scope of practice and seeking guidance when patient needs exceed capability or complexity.
• Maintains professional competency through evidence-based practice, adherence to clinical standards and policies, and ongoing participation in education and quality improvement activities.

About you:

• You are a registered Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA registration and a current annual practising certificate.
• You bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, allowing you to build therapeutic relationships with patients and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• You have solid nursing knowledge and clinical skills, enabling you to confidently assess, implement, and evaluate patient care within your scope of practice.
• You are motivated to continuously grow your practice, actively developing your skills along the journey from novice through to advanced capability.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $91,066 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $37.92 - $40.25 p.h.
• An hourly rate between $47.41 - $50.31 p.h. (including 25% casual loading)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• 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) RK6F686602

Applications close: Sunday, 12 July 2026

#Rockhampton

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.

Documents

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

• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6F686602 - Enrolled Nurse (PDF)