Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.
Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".
Our values are:
Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement
We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.
About the opportunity:
Position: Nurse Practitioner - Paediatric Diabetes/Endocrinology
Vacancy: Permanent part-time, 68.4 hours per fortnight
Location: Paediatric Services, Townsville University Hospital
The NP - Paediatric Diabetes/Endocrinology will take the lead for Adolescent and Young Adult (Transition) clinics utilising existing frameworks and curriculum within the broader multi-disciplinary team.
This includes establishing the service, using contemporary evidence-based models and multi-modalities to achieve improved outcomes for this cohort.
Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:
- Salary range: $75.27 to $78.59 p.h. (Nurse Grade 8)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Why Choose Us?
- Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
- Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements.
- Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Requirements:
- Master of Nursing Science (Nurse Practitioner) or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- A Nurse Practitioner will be required to complete THHS credentialing at commencement of their role, it is then a requirement to be completed three yearly.
- Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.
- Travel: Please note, from time-to-time this position will be required to travel to, and work at, other facilities in an outreach model to participate in meetings for planning, quality, performance, training and education, or clinical activities. This may involve day and/or overnight stays. Travel on small planes or ferry may be required. The successful applicant/s will need to be able to commit to this requirement.
- Highly Desirable: Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable. Such experience may be discipline specific or have a service area focus.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.
Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Katrina Roberts or Jason Yates on (07) 4433 1421
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV617902
Applications close: Tuesday, 18 February 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Documents
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