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Clinical Nurse (Respiratory)
Southport
Provide clinical leadership utilising advanced respiratory clinical skills, knowledge, and problem-solving skills.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC696803 |
| Closing date | 30-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Colby Stephenson |
| Contact details | (07) 5687 1354 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse (Respiratory) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Demonstrate advanced leadership experience and ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Commit to ongoing professional development and sharing knowledge with the team
- Actively lead evidence-based and patient focused quality improvement initiatives.
- Possess recent and advanced Respiratory experience
- Support the advanced management of care for respiratory patients
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
- Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Permanent part time (54 hours per fortnight)
- Base salary ranging from $57.76 - $61.85 per hour
About Us
The 24-bed Respiratory Inpatient Unit is located at B block, level 5 – North (B5N) of the Gold Coast University Hospital. The unit specialises in the care and management of acute respiratory and pulmonary conditions and cystic fibrosis. The IPU provides a rapidly expanding tertiary level service to adult patients including innovative strategies to support high care respiratory patients. Respiratory higher acuity care includes Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV) and the ability to provide telemetry monitoring for all patients.
The Respiratory Unit offers a supportive environment to continuously build specialised Respiratory clinical skills and experience. Succession planning is promoted with Respiratory Nurse higher duties experience opportunities. Ongoing education is supported by an Educator and a Clinical Facilitator. Participation is encouraged by a weekly multidisciplinary academic meeting and daily in-service education weekdays.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 30 November 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC696803
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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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