At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide nursing leadership and complex clinical care for mental health patients.
- Company: Wide Bay Hospital & Health Service, a supportive and engaged workplace.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous superannuation, flexible work arrangements, and professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team and explore the stunning Fraser Coast region.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in mental health care while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle in beautiful Wide Bay.
- Qualifications: Nursing qualifications with experience in mental health care.
The predicted salary is between 188624 - 188624 $ per year.
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
Your opportunity:
The Nurse Practitioner, within the individuals credentialed scope of practice, provides nursing leadership, clinical governance, case management and complex clinical care and support for consumers presenting with suspected mental or behavioural health concerns within the Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM).
As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, the Emergency Mental Health Parallel Care Clinician uses their advanced skills to deliver timely, trauma‑informed, and recovery‑oriented care to children and young people, adults, and older persons presenting with suspected mental health, substance use, and/or behavioural health concerns within the DEM.
We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.
Our offer:
- You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $188,624 p.a., comprising salary between $158,343 - $165,319 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 8) (Two Permanent Full Time Positions, 76 hours p.f.).
- Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:
- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home pay
- Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
- Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle.
Discover Fraser Coast:
The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.
Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure ‘Care, connection and compassion for all’.
Nurse Practitioner – Hervey Bay and Maryborough employer: Wide Bay Hospital & Health Service
Wide Bay Hospital & Health Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises community engagement and collaboration, making a meaningful impact in Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, and Maryborough. With a strong focus on employee development, a supportive work culture, and the opportunity to lead initiatives that directly benefit patients and the community, this role offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about healthcare and community service.
Contact Details:
Wide Bay Hospital & Health Service Recruitment Team
