Description:
, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island; operating 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital. Townsville Hospital and Health Service , the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for people living from Mackay up to the Torres Strait and out to the Northern Territory border. Townsville University Hospital We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.
Job details
Position status Fixed Term Temporary Position type Full-time Occupational group Health - Nursing Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1) Workplace Location Townsville region Job ad reference QLD/TV628980 Closing date 10-Apr-2025 Fortnightly salary $4138.10 - $4431.10 Job duration TFT up to 12 mths (poss ext up to 12 mths) Contact person Daniela Donnell Contact details 0412133890Access the National Relay Service
Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".
Our values are:
Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement
We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.
About the opportunity:
Position: Clinical Nurse (Stoma Therapy)
Vacancy: Temporary Full-time (Commencing ASAP up to 12 months with a possible extension up to 12 months)
Location: Surgical Outpatients / Surgical Service Group / Townsville University Hospital
The purpose of the Clinical Nurse – stoma therapy position is to provide comprehensive nursing assessment, education and coordination of care for patients and their family requiring stoma therapy service within the hospital and community setting.
Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:
- Salary range: $4138.10 to $4431.10 per fortnight (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
Why Choose Us?
- Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements .
- Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications/ professional registration/ other requirements
- Mandatory: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a required qualification for this position.
- Nursing: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
- Highly Desirable: Tertiary Qualification relevant to the position or working towards a relevant Qualification.
- Highly Desirable: Proven ability to comprehensively assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care at an advanced level within a complex environment.
- Highly regarded: Advanced clinical problem-solving skills and ability to plan and evaluate nursing interventions for patients / clients that have less predictable outcomes.
- Highly regarded: Ability to meet the demands of the role in relation to self-awareness and management, flexibility to adapt to unexpected changes/events, emotional control in response to potential stressors e.g. Clinic loads and scheduling of Clinic appointments, time management, managing doctor/ patient enquiries.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession ofproviding exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community .
Help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Daniela Donnell on 0412 133 890.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV628980
Applications close: Thursday, 10 April 2025
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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