Tell me more...The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) position is based in the Wujal Wujal community, offering the unique opportunity to work at the temporary Wujal Wujal Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC). The CNC will assist in the development and provision of Acute and Primary Health Care Services, mentoring and supporting the primary health care clinicians throughout TCHHS.

This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme ( https://www.healthycareers.health.qld.gov.au/attraction-incentives )  

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Advanced knowledge and extended practice in the application of evidenced based clinical management, diagnostic investigation and pharmacological management of patients.
• Advanced level communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult liaise and negotiate with hospital and community health providers within the Torres Cape Hospital and Health Service and beyond.
• Advanced level of understanding of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, Torres and Cape can offer you:

• Base comprising salary between $128,701.00 - $139,732.00 per annum
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%)
• Salary packaging option to increase your take home pay
• Work / Life balance, variety and flexibility 
• Great support team 
• Professional development 

Requirements for the role:

• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and/or registration/endorsement with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to commencement of clinical duties. Current registration with the Australian Health Practice Registration Authority (APHRA) as a registered nurse and current practising certificate is mandatory.
• This position requires the incumbent to operate a patient retrieval vehicle (4WD) which requires a C Class Drivers Licence. An appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided before commencement of duty.
• Travel across the TCHHS will be a requirement of this position in commercial and/or light aircraft and 4WD vehicles.

For additional information regarding the responsibilities, mandatory qualifications and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.

About Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Services visit TCHHS website ( https://www.torres-cape.health.qld.gov.au/careers )

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Do you need more information? Simply call the contact person listed on the role description.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.