Enrolled Nurse (Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit)
Townsville Hospital and Health Service
Posted 5 days ago
About the work unit
The Alec Illin Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit (SMHRU) provides effective mental health care in a safe and secure environment. With accommodation for 25 consumers, the unit offers structured rehabilitation focused on recovery and least-restrictive treatment options.
About your new employer
Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.
We offer:
- Clinical Excellence: Work in a secure mental health unit that balances safety with consumer rights, delivering evidence-based care.
- Career Growth: Access structured development pathways and mentorship within a tertiary referral hospital.
- Supportive Culture: Be part of a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, inclusion, and professional support.
- Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a tropical lifestyle in North Queensland.
Competitive salary and benefits
Remuneration is $2730.40–$2897.80 per fortnight (Nurse Grade 3).
Additional benefits include salary sacrificing options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.
About your opportunity
This permanent full-time position provides direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, supporting recovery-focused interventions in a secure rehabilitation setting.
Requirements
- Diploma of Nursing and current AHPRA registration
- Evidence of VPD vaccinations or immunity
- Ability to work all shifts, including on-call roster
- Class C driver's licence
Application details
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Michelle Watson on (07) 4433 3880
Closing Date: Thursday, 25 September 2025
Submit your application via http://www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV659744, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.
About Townsville Hospital and Health Service
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service comprises 18 hospitals and community health campuses and two residential aged care facilities.
The health service has a population of more than 230,000 and employs a workforce of around 5,000 dedicated staff, all whom take pride in providing the best possible care to thousands of patients across the region. In the past financial year, the health service provided almost 65,000 in-patient occasions of service, had more than 75,000 emergency department attendances and delivered more than 2,600 babies.
The health service has five clinical service groups. These are: Surgical, Mental Health, Rural Hospitals, Medical and Health and Wellbeing. They are supported by the Commercial Services Group.
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service can offer you the right blend of professional enhancement and fulfilling work coupled with a relaxed lifestyle in the tropics.
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