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.
Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.
We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.
Do you want to make a difference in public healthcare?
Our 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 committed and enthusiastic professionals to help us achieve our mission.
About the opportunity:
Position: Registered Nurse
Vacancy: Permanent Part-time, hours negotiable (Multiple positions available)
Location: Central Sterilising Department, Townsville University Hospital
What's on offer?
Pro rata remuneration package based on full-time equivalent value of up to $121,464 p.a.
- Salary range: $41.73 - $53.53 p.h. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (Nurse Grade 5).
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading and 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options and flexible working arrangements may be available.
About the role
Townsville University Hospital (TUH) Central Sterilising Department (CSD) provides decontamination and sterilisation of instruments and trays used within the Operating Theatres, wards/hospital departments, and external clients. CSD also supports other CSDs within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service. TUH CSD staff train and assess CSD staff at the Ayr, Charters Towers and Ingham hospitals.
The role of the Registered Nurse is to provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to provide patients within the unit quality patient care and the provision of best practice.
Role requirements
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory. Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
- Mandatory for Central Sterilising Department: Successful completion of Certificate III in Sterilisation from an approved training organisation based on nationally accredited competencies or equivalent. If qualification has not been completed, the successful applicant will have 12 months to complete the qualification as a condition of their employment.
- Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster.
Please refer to the role description for further details.
Why Choose Us?
- Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and 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.
Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Alecia Cox on 07 4433 3481.
Applications close on Tuesday, 4 March 2025
Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
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 for future reference.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role:
Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella and Pertussis.
Documents
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