About us:

The Rockhampton Hospital Surgical Unit is a 36-bed unit that provides an inpatient service to Surgical patients in the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. The unit offers a 24 hour, 7 days a week service for all adult patients over the age of 17.

About the role:

A Nurse Grade 5 is a Registered Nurse who provides nursing services within health service settings; and demonstrates competence in the provision of nursing care as specified by registration requirements, Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia standards and codes, educational preparation, relevant legislation, and context of care.

• Takes and provides direction in developing pathways of care to improve patient outcomes.
• Provision of nursing care that meets all relevant competency and professional practice standards relevant to the position.

About you:

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current practicing certificate.
• Although not mandatory, previous experience and or a relevant postgraduate qualification or working towards is desirable for this position.
• Demonstrated high standard of written and oral communication skills with the multidisciplinary team, patients, and their families.
• Proven Ability to critically think in relation to planning and responding to a potentially rapidly changing environment regarding safe patient centred care.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $101,984 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $41.73 – $53.53 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• 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) RK4E563592

Applications close: Thursday, 23 May 2024