Description:
Townsville Hospital and Health Service , 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 University Hospital , 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.
We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.
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 committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.
About the opportunity:
Position: Clinical Nurse
Vacancy: Permanent Part-time / 64 Hours per fortnight, negotiable
Location: Surgical Ward 2 / Surgical Service Group / Townsville University Hospital
Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:
- Salary range: $54.44 to $58.30 p.h. (Nurse Grade 6(1))
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/salary-and-benefits/salary-packaging ) 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 ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/leave ).
- 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:
- 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.
- Mandatory: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.
- Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster.
- Highly Desirable: Tertiary qualifications relevant to the position would be well regarded.
- 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 .
Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Erin Tomlin on (07) 4433 3***.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV628205 ( https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV628205 )
Applications close: Tuesday, 8 April 2025