MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OPIATE SUBSTITUTION TREATMENT!

Ready to make a meaningful impact? Join Prison Health Services within Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services as a Clinical Nurse – Opiate Substitution Treatment at Maryborough Correctional Centre. Deliver compassionate, person-centred care that supports recovery outcomes.

• Provide safe, evidence-based opiate substitution treatment

• Support patients with complex health and substance use needs

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Bring your nursing expertise to a rewarding role where every interaction counts — apply now!

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

• To provide expert clinical knowledge specific to Medication-Assisted Treatment of Opioid Dependence providing Opiate Substitution Treatment (OST) to prisoners at the Maryborough Correctional Centre.
• To provide expert clinical and client-centred care within the Prison Health Services (PHS).
• Support the facilitation and provision of quality and cost-effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-informed practice.
• The Clinical Nurse will team with the OST Nurse Practitioner and the OST Medical Officer.
• The OST Clinical Nurse will be a contributing member of the PHS OST Clinical Management Team, utilising critical thinking and advanced problem-solving skills.
• The position will demonstrate leadership in clinical decision making to provide and/or coordinate care to OST clients.

Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) or Permanent Part Time Positions (hours negotiable).

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $139,931p.a. comprising salary between $114,531 - $122,643 p.a., (f/t) or salary between $57.76 - $61.85 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 6 (1)), (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f., or Permanent Part Time Positions, hours negotiable) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2610WB694739.

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:  

• Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
• Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
• Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
• The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Fraser Coast   

The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.   

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

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

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• H2610WB694739 RD (PDF)
  
  Document Preparation Guide (PDF)
  
  Information for Nursing Applicants - 2023 (PDF)
  
  Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF)