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Clinical Nurse (Child Protection Liaison Officer)


Child Protection Unit, Women's and Children's Service Group, Townsville University Hospital

Summary


Explore your opportunities today and dive into a career with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV695325
Closing date 04-Nov-2026
Job duration 02/11/26 - 19/09/27 with poss ext of add 6m
Contact person Leone Lovegrove
Contact details 07 4433 1818
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About your opportunity

The Clinical Nurse role working as a Child Protection Liaison Officer will provide clinical advice, consultancy and education across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) and to other government agencies to help ensure the safety and well-being of children.

About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and rewarding healthcare environment, combining advanced clinical practice, innovation, and professional development. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we provide opportunities to work alongside multidisciplinary teams, contribute to complex healthcare delivery, and access ongoing education, training, and career advancement pathways.

Our supportive and community-focused culture fosters collaboration, inclusion, and wellbeing. Located across the vibrant rural, urban, and coastal communities of North Queensland, Townsville HHS offers an enviable lifestyle, affordable living, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding career while achieving work-life balance.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Salary range: $57.76 to $61.85 p.h. (Nurse Grade 6 Band 1)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

  • Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
  • This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
  • Probation period may apply.
  • Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Leone Lovegrove on (07) 4433 1818.

Apply ONLINE: https:// apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD -TV695325

Applications close: Wednesday, 4 November 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

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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