South West Hospital and Health Service is seeking motivated, compassionate people who are a natural caregiver to join our team in Mitchell as an Assistant in Nursing.

Join us in building better health in the bush!

The Assistant in Nursing works with the broader multi-disciplinary team to provide exceptional client focused care in the rural/ remote context. The Assistant in Nursing works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.

Escape the city crowds and discover the rural town of Mitchell, where the skies are as big as the characters you will meet. Mitchell MPHS is a 30 bed facility located 560kms west of Brisbane servicing a population of approximately 900. Situated on the banks of the Maranoa River where you can spend your days off fishing or try rejuvenating in the artesian spa or going to the free gym with your new friends in this welcoming home away from home. 

What we can do for you

Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.

Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing and career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.

• Great opportunity to kick-start your career with an industry leader!
• Be part of a supportive experienced growing team!
• People focused role which allows you to give back to the community!

Be a part of something bigger

South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .

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We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity , including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.