At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide direct nursing care and support to patients in a dynamic healthcare environment.
- Company: Join Queensland Health and be part of the Ingham Health Service team.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, generous leave, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Experience a unique lifestyle in culturally rich Ingham with career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while enjoying a supportive community-driven culture.
- Qualifications: Must have AHPRA registration and relevant nursing experience.
The predicted salary is between 57 - 62 $ per hour.
Ingham Hospital provides an integrated service encompassing a range of community-based services, provision of Allied Health services and traditional hospital-based services of an Inpatient ward, an Emergency Department, a limited range of surgical procedures and a range of support services including X-ray, Pharmacy, Administration and Operational Services.
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Ingham is a culturally diverse town with a rich Italian history; just over an hour's drive north from Townsville it offers a unique collection of culture, fresh produce and vast green landscapes. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements:
- Salary range: $57.76 to $61.85 p.h. (NG6-1)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
The role of the Clinical Nurse is to provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the Ingham Health Service to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care.
Requirements:
- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
- Travel may be a requirement of this position.
- Appointees may be required to participate in an on-call roster.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Bert Hall on (07) 4720 3084.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV696079. Applications close: Sunday, 29 November 2026.
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