At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide community-based nursing care for children and families in rural settings.
- Company: Join South West Hospital and Health Service, part of Queensland Health.
- Benefits: Enjoy an annual isolation bonus, extra leave, and return airfares to the nearest city.
- Other info: Experience diverse nursing opportunities with less competition in a supportive community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's health while embracing the beauty of rural life.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with experience in child health and community care.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Your opportunity
The Clinical Nurse Child Health provides community-based nursing care across the scope of child health practice delivered within universal and early intervention programs for families and children in the rural health setting. This position will be involved in the delivery of Putting Queensland Kids First initiatives including involvement in sustained home visiting, immunisations and childhood screening including vision and hearing. You will provide leadership in clinical decision-making to give and/or coordinate care to the children and families within our community (Charleville, Augathella, Cunnamulla, Morven, Quilpie, Thargomindah and surrounds) to ensure timely access to healthcare services.
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. Charleville is a designated Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package (RANIP) site in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health) Award – State 2015. This attracts additional entitlements which may include:
- An annual isolation bonus paid annually!
- Return airfares to the nearest provincial city in conjunction with leave!
- Additional annual leave per annum!
Please note: Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) implications may apply, it is recommended that individuals seek independent financial advice. Escape the city crowds and discover the red dirt wonderland where the skies are as big as the characters you will meet. Charleville is the largest town in South West Queensland, situated on the banks of the Warrego River in the heart of Mulga Country. Charleville is a reminder that the good things in life shouldn't be hurried, it's a chance to embrace the simple things in life and a celebration of community spirit with the annual Charleville Cup Races the highlight of summer.
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.
- Temporary accommodation may be available by negotiation!
- Opportunities to progress your career and scope of practice!
- Join a healthcare team focused on delivering quality patient services!
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.
Clinical Nurse Child Health in Charleville employer: Australian College of Nursing
As a Caseload Midwife in Roma, you will be part of a supportive and community-focused workplace that values your contributions to maternal and newborn health. The role offers unique opportunities for professional growth in a rural setting, where you can experience a diverse scope of practice with less competition. With state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant local culture, Roma provides an enriching environment for both personal and career development.
Contact Details:
Australian College of Nursing Recruitment Team
