If you're looking for a nursing role where you can build genuine therapeutic relationships and see the difference your care makes over time, this is your opportunity.

As the Clinical Nurse in our Community Care Unit, you'll support adults with severe and enduring mental illness as they develop the skills, confidence and independence to transition back into the community. You'll provide clinical leadership, work closely with a passionate multidisciplinary team, and partner with consumers, families and carers to deliver truly recovery-focused care.

Every day is an opportunity to celebrate progress, empower recovery and help people take the next step towards living independently. Are you ready to make your impact?

Job details

About us:

Our Community Care Unit provides medium to long-term mental health rehabilitation in a supportive residential environment for adults aged 18–65 who are working towards independent living. Through person-centred recovery, our multidisciplinary team empowers residents to build confidence and essential life skills, improve their physical and mental wellbeing, reconnect with their community, and achieve goals such as returning to work or study. Our service also works closely with families, carers and partner organisations to ensure residents have the support they need for a successful transition back into the community.

About the role:

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to adults with severe and enduring mental illness, supporting their individual recovery journey.
• Provide clinical leadership and coordinate shifts to ensure safe, effective, and person-centred care within the Community Care Unit.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, and deliver nursing care in line with professional and mental health standards.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to implement clinical pathways, care management strategies, and best-practice approaches.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement by contributing to staff induction, education, professional development, and quality improvement initiatives.

About you:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); a postgraduate qualification in Mental Health is highly regarded.
• Sound clinical knowledge and skills with an understanding of recovery-oriented mental health care and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Well-developed organisational, time management and prioritisation skills to deliver high-quality adult mental health care.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, continuous learning, and contributing to the education and support of colleagues.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,289 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $57.48 - $61.55 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
• Professional Development and Shift Allowance
• 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) RK6F686669

Applications close: Monday, 13 July 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6F686669 - Clinical Nurse (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)