Some of the most complex patients in the hospital don't fit into one specialty - and that's where this role stands out. You’ll provide expert clinical care for patients with diverse and often unpredictable medical needs, bringing together multidisciplinary teams to keep care moving safely and efficiently.

Beyond direct patient care, you'll help shape clinical practice, influence service improvements and strengthen the capability of the workforce. If you're an endorsed Nurse Practitioner looking for a role where your expertise helps define how General Medicine is delivered, this is an opportunity to influence care at every level.

Job details

About us:

General Medicine at Rockhampton Hospital delivers round-the-clock care for patients with a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions, serving as the major referral service for Central Queensland and Central West. The 32-bed Medical Ward provides complex, multidisciplinary care across stroke, infectious diseases, renal medicine, high dependency patients, alcohol and drug detoxification, and step-down care from Intensive Care and Coronary Care.

With dedicated stroke beds and close collaboration between nursing, allied health and specialist medical teams, the service supports patients through every stage of their hospital journey, extending beyond the ward into the Emergency Department, Cardiac Ward and Medical Level 1.

About the role:

• Provide advanced, autonomous, person-centred care, including comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and ongoing management of patients within General Medicine.
• Deliver expert clinical leadership by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence-based care and drive positive patient outcomes.
• Lead quality improvement, research and service development initiatives that enhance clinical practice, patient experience and healthcare delivery.
• Mentor and support the development of nursing and healthcare staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation and professional excellence.
• Monitor and evaluate service performance to ensure high-quality, cost-effective care that meets clinical governance standards, organisational priorities and key performance indicators.

About you:

• Master's qualification as a Nurse Practitioner with endorsement by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• At least three years (5,000 hours) of advanced clinical practice in General Medicine, or a closely related specialty, before endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Extensive specialist knowledge and experience in General Medicine or a comparable clinical setting.
• Scope of Practice endorsed by CQHHS, with a current prescriber number.
• Demonstrate advanced and expanded clinical knowledge and skills in the speciality field of General Medicine nursing, with a minimum 5 years of clinical experience.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $79,035 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $79.47 - $82.97 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) RK6G687868

Applications close: Monday, 27 July 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6G687868 - Nurse Practitioner (General Medicene) (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)