Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
The Ayr Health Service, is a 28-bed facility located in the township of Ayr, in North Queensland. The Ayr Health Service offers general medical, surgical and obstetric services to Ayr, Home Hill and the broader Burdekin Shire.
An opportunity has arisen to join the Ayr Health Service as an Enrolled Nurse, on a permanent part-time basis, hours negotiable.
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: Enrolled Nurse
Vacancy: Permanent part-time, hours negotiable
Location: Ayr Health Service
Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:
- Ability to contribute to assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of person centred nursing care under the delegation of the registered nurse/midwife.
- Ability to work as an effective member within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their families.
- Ability to use or learn to use information systems appropriate to the position.
- Ability to demonstrate own ongoing professional development.
What the Townsville Hospital and Health Service has to offer:
- Salary range: 35.92 to $38.12 p.h. (Nurse Grade 3)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Candidate Requirements:
- Qualification: Diploma of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- Proof of registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
- Highly Desirable: Evidence of completion of modules related to medication administration and peripheral intravenous therapy.
- Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster.
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Why make the change?
Famous for being the sugar capital of Australia, The Burdekin district is located about an hour's drive south of Townsville. Nestled in the delta of the Burdekin River, its two popular townships, Ayr and Home Hill, are linked by the iconic Burdekin Bridge. The spectacular Burdekin River Bridge is the district's best known landmark and is the longest crossing of its type in the country. The region produces the biggest sugar cane crops in the country, together with a diverse selection of vegetables and tropical fruits.
Discover the beauty of the Burdekin!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Tracey Gabiola (07) 4783 0811
Apply ONLINE by: Thursday, 13 March 2025
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 from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Documents
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