About us:

The Maternal and Child Health Service (MACHS) provides multidisciplinary primary community care services for Children and their families who reside in the Rockhampton, Gracemere, and Mount Morgan geographical area. The MACHS provides a child centred, family focused health service, which includes promotion of health and development, early detection, early intervention, and care coordination. This is achieved through enhancing opportunities for families to access support, developing linkages with community groups, building confidence and capability, and enhancing relationships between children and parents/cares.

About the role:

The Clinical Nurse provides advanced clinical and problem- solving skills, expert planning, and coordination skills in the clinical management of clients with complex needs, ensuring quality standards are met. The role works autonomously with the healthcare team structure and is pivotal in the planning, managing, and delivering of child health nurse care. The CN provides clinical leadership for professional and clinical practice, education, and research. The role supports in management activities including portfolio responsibilities.

About you:

• Possession a postgraduate qualification in Child and Family Health and current clinical practice experience in Child and Family Health.

• Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current practicing certificate.
• Highly desirable: completion of an immunisation course approved by Queensland Health and the ability to complete Central Queensland credentialing application for immunisation. Lactation consultant qualifications.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $131,900 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $54.44 - $58.30 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact [email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5D630512

Applications close: Tuesday, 22 April 2025

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