About the work unit
The Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit (AAMHIU) is a 38-bed acute inpatient service located at Townsville University Hospital. The AAMHIU delivers specialised care to consumers experiencing acute episodes of mental illness. The AAMHIU is a recovery focused service, providing safe and contemporary care in a least restrictive setting.

About your new employer
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise.

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University.

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $107,960 to $115,604 p.a. (Nurse Grade 6, Band 1)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus attractive Salary Sacrificing options

About your opportunity
The Clinical Nurse will work collaboratively with consumers and multi-disciplinary professionals to provide clinical care and a therapeutic environment conducive to the dignity and well-being of consumers and carers within the Mental Health Service.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Ongoing professional development relevant to the delivery of specialist Mental Health Services to maintain appropriate registration and/or association requirements is a requirement of all staff within the MHSG.
• Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Interested?

Enquiries: Melanie Dunlop on (07) 4433 3000.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV642915

Applications close: 07/07/2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.