At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver exceptional patient care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a surgical setting.
- Company: Cairns Hospital, part of the Cairns and Hinterland Health Service.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, generous superannuation, career development, and a healthy work/life balance.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic, inclusive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team in stunning Far North Queensland and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with experience in patient care and teamwork.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Ready to create healthy futures together? Take the next step in your nursing journey with the Surgical South team as a Registered Nurse. Whether you're ready to lead or looking to develop your expertise, we offer excellent support, diverse settings, and a welcoming team - all set in the stunning Far North Queensland region. Make the move. Make a difference.
About us: Surgical South provides elective and emergency services for the patients within the Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service. Surgical South is located on 5th Floor D Block, Cairns Hospital and is under the Directorate of Intensive Care, Women's and Peri-operative Services. Surgical South is a 32 bed ward that caters for the specialties of Urology, Plastics and Burns, Colorectal, Gastro-Intestinal, Hepatobiliary, Breast Surgery, and General Surgery. Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.
About your opportunity: In this position you will:
- Deliver exceptional patient-centred care across the surgical journey, including pre- and post-operative management.
- Provide advanced clinical care, including complex medication administration, IV therapy, wound management, surgical drain care, and trauma nursing.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support patient education, discharge planning, and positive patient outcomes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including quality activities, audits, and accreditation standards.
What we offer: Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you to take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest. Learn what it's like to work with us, in an inclusive and supportive work environment. Discover our dynamic and culturally diverse region through community and lifestyle.
Registered Nurse – Cairns employer: Queensland Health
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises professional fulfilment and a healthy work-life balance for its staff. With a commitment to community involvement and high-quality clinical care, employees benefit from competitive salaries, extensive professional development opportunities, and a vibrant lifestyle in Cairns, where they can enjoy the stunning Great Barrier Reef and tropical climate. Join a dedicated team that values continuous learning and offers a supportive work culture, making it an ideal place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
