Have a Certificate III or currently studying a nursing degree? This is a great opportunity to earn while gaining valuable hands-on experience alongside qualified nursing professionals, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Join the 30-bed Interim Care Unit located at Bolton Clarke Sunset Ridge Residential Aged Care Home. Operating 24 hours a day across the secure Seahorse wing and non-secure Starfish wing, the unit supports patients who no longer require acute hospital care but are not yet able to return home and need support transitioning to residential aged care.

You’ll assist in delivering a high standard of safe, patient-focused nursing care under the supervision and direction of Registered Nurses, while building your skills and experience in a supportive care environment.

Job details

About us:

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service is committed to delivering great care for Central Queenslanders, supported by great staff working in great teams. At Sunset Ridge Interim Care Unit in Zilzie, you'll be part of a 30-bed service located within Bolton Clarke Sunset Ridge Residential Aged Care Home. Operating 24 hours a day across the secure Seahorse wing and non-secure Starfish wing, the unit supports people who no longer require acute hospital care but need ongoing support before transitioning to a Residential Aged Care Home.

About the role:

As an Assistant in Nursing, you'll work alongside and under the supervision of Registered Nurses to provide safe, patient-focused care. You'll assist with daily care, meals and fluids, mobility and independence, contribute to care planning and patient assessment, observe and report changes in patient needs, and work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with shift work across the unit roster.

About you:

This could be a great opportunity if you have a Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent, or are studying an approved nursing degree and have successfully completed the second semester of your first year. You'll bring a genuine commitment to resident-centred care, strong communication and teamwork skills, an understanding of aged care quality standards and a willingness to continue learning and developing your nursing skills.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $87,247 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $35.22 - $38.56 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) RK6H691062

Applications close: Wednesday, 9 September 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6H691062 - Assistant in Nursing (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)