About us:

Emerald is the principal town of the Central Highlands division of Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. Central Highlands provides Health Services at four hospitals, Emerald, Blackwater, Springsure, Woorabinda and provides primary health and or outpatient services at facilities in the Gemfields, Tieri and Capella. Capella has a population of approximately 1,000 and is located 52 km north of Emerald.

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner Chronic & Primary Care (NPCPC) to join our team. The Nurse Practitioner will be accountable at an advanced practice level for the direct provision of patient care utilizing specialised knowledge and advanced clinical practice, to a wide-ranging cohort of patients within the rural context of Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS).

About you:

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• A Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) qualification with AHPRA endorsement.
• Qualifications in Nurse Immunisation or willingness to attain within 6 months of commencement.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical evidence-based knowledge in Rural nursing, care coordination and interdisciplinary care management, evidenced by recency of practice and achieved clinical and professional competencies.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $112,292 p.a. is comprised of:

• An rate between $75.27 - $78.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package (RANIP)
  • Transfer / Relocation Expenses
  • Annual Airfares
  • Isolation Bonus
  • Additional Recreation Leave
  • Minimum 2 weeks Professional Development Leave + Expenses p.a.
• Accommodation
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health ( mailto:[email protected] ) and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH4C559997.

Applications close: Wednesday, 15 May 2024