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Clinical Nurse
Chermside
Provide advanced nursing care and clinical leadership within a busy post anaesthetic and day surgery environment.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/PCH687904 |
| Closing date | 27-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Please see role description |
| Contact person | Michelle Love |
| Contact details | (07) 3139 3282 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Clinical Nurse works within the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) and Day Surgery Unit (DSU) at The Prince Charles Hospital, providing expert clinical care and advanced nursing support for patients undergoing a broad range of surgical and procedural interventions. The role applies contemporary evidence-based practice to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting safe and effective clinical outcomes in a fast-paced perioperative environment.
The successful candidate will provide leadership in clinical decision-making, coordinate and support nursing staff in complex situations, contribute to education and professional development activities, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. The role also involves portfolio responsibilities, shift coordination and collaborative practice with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure exceptional standards of patient care.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Provide advanced clinical nursing care, assessment and intervention for patients within the Post Anaesthetic Care Unit and Day Surgery Unit.
- Demonstrate leadership in clinical decision-making and provide support, guidance and direction to nursing staff in complex clinical situations.
- Coordinate patient care and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to promote safe, effective and patient-centred healthcare outcomes.
- Support education, learning and professional development activities for staff, patients and their families.
- Contribute to quality improvement, research and portfolio management activities that enhance clinical practice and service delivery.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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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