Are you a Clinical Nurse looking to bring your next career move into focus? The Ophthalmology Team at Rockhampton Hospital wants you!

Lead with confidence, think on your feet, and deliver outstanding care in a supportive, collaborative team. You'll drive clinical decision-making, coordinate seamless patient care and help shape the future of the unit by mentoring others.

If you're passionate about excellence, this is your chance to step up, stand out and take your nursing career to the next level. Apply now!

Job details

About us:

The Peri-Operative Unit is located on the 3^rd floor of the Surgical Services Building (A&E wings) and comprises of the Operating Suite, Day Surgery Ward and G.E./Procedure Room. All elective admissions for the hospital are conducted at the Day Surgery Reception Office then transferred to Day Surgery Unit.

The operating suite consists of 4 operating rooms each with anaesthetic bays, 1 gastroenterology procedure room, 1 minor procedure room and first stage recovery room.

About the role:

• The Clinical Nurse, specialising in Ophthalmology surgery within the Operating Theatre and is a registered nurse who demonstrates advanced clinical expertise and autonomy in the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.
• The Clinical Nurse provides leadership in clinical decision-making, coordination of patient care, and mentors nursing staff across various nursing roles
• The Clinical Nurse contributes to service excellence through portfolio responsibilities in clinical practice, education, research, and may assume leadership duties in the absence of the senior nursing team.

About you:

• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• While not mandatory, a relevant qualification or training in Surgical Lasers would be well regarded.
• Demonstrate application of advanced clinical leadership through effective delegation, communication, problem solving and critical thinking
• Demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge, skills, and competence in Ophthalmology surgical nursing practice and theory.
• Demonstrate advanced assessment care planning and evaluation of complex Ophthalmology surgery.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $117,264 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
• 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) RK6F686863

Applications close: Tuesday, 14 July 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6F686863 - Clinical Nurse (Opthamology) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)