Clinical Facilitator - Lower Gulf

Queensland Health; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Isolation bonus

Airfares to east coast city

Staff accommodation

Superannuation 12.75%

Long Service Leave

Salary sacrificing options

Conference/course funding

Job summary

Queensland Health is seeking a Nurse Grade 6 leader to strengthen nursing capability across remote facilities in North West Queensland. You will drive professional development, support clinical practice, and partner with the remote facilities leadership to build a culture of learning and continuous improvement.

You will oversee nursing staff across Normanton, Doomadgee, Mornington Island, Burketown and Karumba, contributing to better health outcomes for remote communities while aligning with the

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary degree qualification and appropriate registration/licences.
• C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
• Pre-employment screening including Criminal History checks.
• National Police Certificate required for aged care facility work.
• Vaccination or immunity evidence may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support professional development and clinical capability of nursing staff across remote communities.
• Foster a culture of learning, excellence and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing – Remote Facilities and the Professional Practice Support Unit.
• Contribute to better health outcomes for remote communities.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Clinical development

Staff training

Remote healthcare

Education

Nursing degree

Registered Nurse licence

Job description

Lead Learning. Strengthen Care. Support Communities.!
Are you a passionate nurse leader who thrives on developing others and improving clinical practice? Play a vital role in strengthening nursing capability across some of Queensland's most unique and rewarding remote healthcare settings.

Job details

Position status Permanent

Position type Full-time

Occupational group Health - Nursing

Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)

Workplace Location North West Qld

Job ad reference QLD/MI692654

Closing date 15-Oct-2026

Job duration Permanent, Full-time

Contact person Devashrii Dobe

Contact details 0480 103 851
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About the role

You will be a key member of the Remote Facilities team, supporting the professional development and clinical capability of nursing staff across Normanton, Doomadgee, Mornington Island, Burketown and Karumba.

Working closely with the Director of Nursing – Remote Facilities and the Professional Practice Support Unit, you'll help foster a culture of learning, excellence and continuous improvement while contributing to better health outcomes for remote communities.

Working with us

• For 1 year will get you an isolation bonus of AUD$3,695. If you stay for 2 years you will get AUD$11,085; and for your 3rd year (and every year after that) you will get AUD$7,390 (pro rata for part time employees).
• In your downtime, we will provide 2 return airfares p.a. (full time employees) (inc. spouse/dependents) or 1 return airfare p.a. (part time employees) to the nearest east coast provincial city in conjunction with your recreation leave.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Long Service Leave and Sick Leave accrual.
• Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are also available.
• Plus 2 weeks p.a., travel as required and enrolment and conference costs for approved courses and conferences.
• We also offer staff accommodation (if eligible) or a private rental subsidy of AUD$82.50 per week for up to 17 months.

Requirements

• Aged Care Pre-Employment Screening: Applicants are advised this position works in an identified Aged Care Facility as per the Aged Care Act 1997 and therefore requires employees and volunteers to have a current National Police Certificate. Queensland Health will facilitate applicants obtaining the above National Police Certificate.
• Mandatory requirements are a relevant tertiary degree qualification and appropriate registration/licences.
• C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
• Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
• This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
• A period of probation may apply.

About North West Hospital and Health Service

The North West Hospital and Health Service (NWHHS) delivers public health services across approximately 300,000 square kilometres, supporting remote communities throughout North Western Queensland and the Gulf of Carpentaria. We are committed to promoting community wellbeing and providing high-quality, accessible and effective healthcare for all.

• Unique locations
• Friendly communities
• Regional, rural and remote $$$ incentives

NORMANTON is a small community situated on the banks of the Norman River in the Gulf of Carpentaria.

Interested?

Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation.

Contact: Devashrii Dobe on 0408 103 851.

Applications close: Thursday, 15 October 2026.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Our vision is to be Queensland's leading HHS delivering excellence in remote healthcare to our patients, working as an integral part of the community. We are an equal opportunity employer.