
Registered Nurse (High Dependency Unit)
Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
Posted 2 days ago
About us:
The Gladstone Emergency Department is a 24 hours public department providing initial treatment for all, definitive care for many; and resuscitation and stabilisation of emergencies or unwell patients prior to transfer to tertiary centres or admission to Gladstone Hospital.
The geographical area it serves extends South, from Mount Larcom to Miriam Vale and West to Calliope; servicing approximately 62,660 residents. Approximately 35,000 patients are treated annually in the Emergency Department of which 25% are paediatric.
About the role:
The Registered Nurse provides direct clinical care to the acutely ill patients in the High Dependency Unit (HDU) – Gladstone Hospital. The Registered Nurse (RN) is supported by Clinical Nurses (CN) and Nurse Unit Manager (NUM).
A Nurse Grade 5 is a Registered Nurse who:
- Provides nursing services within health service settings.
- Demonstrates competence in the provision of nursing care as specified by registration requirements, Nursing and Midwifery Board Australia (NMBA) standards and codes, educational preparation, relevant legislation, and context of care.
About you:
Current nursing registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is mandatory for this position.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $121,106 p.a. is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $41.73 - $53.53 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:
- Contact [email protected]
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL5F643101
Applications close: Tuesday, 1 July 2025
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About Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Central Queensland by providing high quality healthcare services.
We provide public health services across Central Queensland, in hospitals and in the community. CQ Health is a statutory body governed by our Board. We serve a growing population of approximately 250,000 people and employ more than 3,700 staff, treating more than 700,000 patients each year. The health service has a diverse geographic footprint, ranging from regional cities to remote townships in the west and beachside communities along the coast.
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