Clinical Nurse

CRANAplus Incorporated; Banana Shire; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised Accommodation

Professional Development Leave and All

Sponsorship considered

Flexible Work-Life Balance

Job summary

Theodore Multipurpose Health Service in a rural community provides emergency, inpatient and aged care services with 10 beds, aimed at delivering care close to home. You will lead a nursing team, drive clinical decisions and mentor staff to grow confidence in a hands-on rural setting.

This role supports ongoing professional development, with sponsorship considered and access to development leave and allowances. A strong emphasis on accountable, evidence-based practice is required.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Postgraduate certificate or diploma in a relevant area is highly desirable.
• Strong clinical judgement, problem-solving and coordination skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and mentoring.
• Advanced leadership, delegation and critical-thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced, patient-centred nursing care with safe, high-quality outcomes.
• Lead clinical decision-making and coordinate patient care across the unit.
• Coordinate ward/unit shifts and lead the multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise, support and mentor nursing staff and students.
• Drive continuous improvement through clinical portfolios, education, research and evaluation of care practices.

Job description

Subsidised Accommodation, Professional Development Leave and Allowance, and Sponsorship considered – what more could you want!

In a small rural community like Theodore, your nursing leadership reaches beyond the bedside.

Help local people access emergency, inpatient and aged care close to home, while leading a team that needs to be ready for the many different challenges rural healthcare brings. If you enjoy being hands‑on, thinking on your feet and helping nurses grow in confidence, this role gives you the opportunity to shape both the care your community receives and the team delivering it.

Bring your experience to Theodore and help local residents get the care they need, without being far from the people and place they call home.

About us:

Theodore Multipurpose Health Service is a vital part of rural life, providing care close to home for a community 229km southwest of Rockhampton. This 10-bed facility brings together emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, residential aged care and telehealth, helping local residents access essential healthcare without always needing to travel long distances.

In this close-knit rural community, your work will help people stay connected to the care, comfort and support they need, closer to family and home.

About the role:

• Provide advanced, patient-centred nursing care, ensuring safe, high-quality outcomes for the Theodore community.
• Lead clinical decision-making, coordinate patient care and provide leadership across the clinical environment.
• Coordinate ward/unit shifts and lead the multidisciplinary team to support effective, collaborative care.
• Supervise, support and mentor nursing staff and students, building clinical confidence and capability.
• Drive continuous improvement through clinical portfolios, education, research and the evaluation of care practices.

About you:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, with a relevant postgraduate certificate or diploma highly desirable.
• Expert clinical judgement, problem‑solving and coordination skills to deliver comprehensive, person-centred care.
• Knowledge of clinical standards, risk management and incident investigation, with strong communication and collaborative relationships.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development, mentoring others, evidence-based practice, audits and quality improvement.
• Advanced leadership, delegation and critical-thinking skills, fostering a culture of accountability, professional excellence and continuous improvement.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $139,931 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $57.76 – $61.85 p.h.
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Sponsorship considered (conditions apply)
• Professional Development Leave and Allowance
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options