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Clinical Nurse (Community Health Service)


Medical Service Group, Townsville

Summary


Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV688354
Closing date 11-Aug-2026
Job duration TFT/TPT to 18/05/2027 (poss 12 mth extn), hrs neg
Contact person Heath Cooper
Contact details (07) 4433 8809
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About the work unit / facility

Townsville Community Health Service provides a range of coordinated services across the Townsville University Hospital catchment, supporting patients in the community through post-acute care, hospital avoidance programs, short-term goal-oriented interventions, group-based therapy programs, and service coordination. The service is committed to delivering high-quality care that supports patient independence, recovery, and wellbeing.

About your employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service is a leading tertiary and referral service providing high-quality healthcare to North Queensland communities. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can expand your clinical expertise, build leadership capability, and access ongoing education and professional development opportunities.

With modern healthcare facilities, strong university partnerships, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed North Queensland lifestyle, Townsville HHS is a great place to build a rewarding career.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Base salary range: $4368.80 to $4678.10 p.f. (f/t)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus great salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
  • Flexible working arrangements may be available

About your opportunity

In this role you will provide direct nursing care, clinical support, education and guidance to patients and nursing staff to ensure the delivery of safe, evidence-based and patient-centred care. You will support a range of services including central intake, post-acute care and hospital avoidance programs, while assisting with care planning, general clinic duties, wound management, and the coordination of care to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and make a real difference in your community!

Enquiries: Heath Cooper on (07) 4433 8809.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV688354

Applications close: 11/08/2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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