At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide clinical expertise and support in a fast-paced Emergency Department.
- Company: Join the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, a leader in healthcare for North Queensland.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, generous leave, professional development, and salary packaging options.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle in North Queensland.
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Nursing and AHPRA registration required; experience in Emergency Department preferred.
The predicted salary is between 57 - 62 $ per hour.
Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
The Townsville University Hospital Emergency Department (ED) provides care to approximately 80,000 patients each year. Patients present with a wide range of conditions, and treatment priorities are determined according to the triage category assigned on arrival. The ED has established patient flow models, including Fast Track, Paediatrics, Step Down and Streaming areas. These initiatives have proven highly successful in managing daily patient presentations. The department also operates a 16-bed Short Stay Unit to support timely patient assessment, treatment and disposition.
Townsville Hospital and Health Service is a leading tertiary and referral service providing high-quality healthcare to North Queensland communities. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can expand your clinical expertise, build leadership capability, and access ongoing education and professional development opportunities. With modern healthcare facilities, strong university partnerships, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed North Queensland lifestyle, Townsville HHS is a great place to build a rewarding career.
Competitive salary and benefits:
- Attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Base salary range: $57.76 - $61.85 p.h.
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading.
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
- On-call and shift allowances (where applicable).
- Professional development allowance and leave.
- A range of salary packaging options to increase take-home pay.
In this role, you will provide clinical expertise, support and education to nursing staff within the unit, promoting best practice and high-quality patient care for people of all ages and cultural backgrounds while recognising the importance of individuals and their families.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position and registration with AHPRA.
- Must be able to obtain and then maintain an annual competency in Advanced Life Support.
- Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster.
Highly desirable:
- Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field; such experience may be discipline specific or have a service area focus.
- Extensive experience within an Emergency Department.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
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