What if your care meant a patient could receive life-saving treatment just minutes away from their own family?

The launch of Rockhampton Hospital’s brand-new, state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory is fast approaching, marking a historic shift that keeps vital cardiac care closer to home. As a Clinical Nurse, you will pioneer a premier regional service while buying back valuable time with short commutes, a low cost of living, and an enviable outdoor lifestyle boasting 300 days of sunshine.

Now's your chance to submit your interest.

Job details

This Expression of Interest pool invites forward-thinking clinical leaders to step into a defining career chapter.

Working in our newly built facility—featuring six recovery beds, a procedure room, and a dedicated cardiology ward—you will help embed a vibrant, supportive unit culture from the ground up. Settle into a region where your money goes further, your daily drive is minutes, and you can play a pivotal role in evolving into an exciting 24/7 after-hours on-call emergency service. 

For the right person, we can offer visa sponsorship, relocation assistance, and short-term accommodation on arrival to ensure a smooth transition into our welcoming community.

About us:

Central Queensland Health is transforming regional healthcare to deliver world-class medical outcomes closer to home. Based at Rockhampton Hospital, our expanding Cardiac Services team operates within a highly sophisticated, multidisciplinary model encompassing advanced diagnostic, procedural, and inpatient care. We are committed to fostering connected teams and empowered people, providing a values-led, modern clinical environment where professionals collaborate seamlessly to deliver amazing care to our community.

About the role:

• Provide advanced clinical nursing care and expert practice guidance across all preadmission, procedural, and recovery phases.
• Lead clinical decision-making, advanced patient monitoring, and the proactive escalation of clinical deterioration.
• Coordinate and optimize patient flow, staffing, and clinical activities to support efficient daily Cath Lab operations.
• Deliver expert procedural support to cardiologists during invasive interventions while maintaining strict aseptic and radiation safety.
• Mentor and supervise nursing staff, graduates, and students, driving a continuous learning culture across the unit.

About you:

• You hold current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via AHPRA.
• You possess advanced clinical and problem-solving skills, backed by deep knowledge of contemporary interventional cardiology practice.
• You demonstrate proven clinical leadership, using critical thinking and effective communication to foster shared decision-making.
• You are an active contributor to quality initiatives, clinical audits, and the integration of evidence-based research into practice.
• You embody professional integrity, showing deep empathy and respect toward patients, families, and your multidisciplinary peers.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $139,252 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)

Applications close: Sunday, 30 August 2026

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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.

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Documents

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• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6G687310 - Clinical Nurse (PDF)