Clinical Nurse Consultant

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work-life balance

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant – Child, Youth and Family Health to provide expert clinical leadership and advanced nursing practice across our Child and Family Health services. You will work with high autonomy, delivering direct and indirect care while supporting governance, quality improvement and workforce development.

You will lead across universal, universal plus and MECSH models of care, mentor staff, contribute to evidence-based

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Australian registration.
• Postgraduate qualification desirable.
• Current Class C driver licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical leadership across Child, Youth and Family Health services.
• Support governance, quality improvement and workforce development.
• Mentor and educate staff and contribute to service improvement.
• Travel across CQHHS as part of the role.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical governance

MECSH knowledge

Education

Postgraduate qualification in nursing

Job description

About us:

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service provides Child and Family Health services across a diverse region, from regional cities and rural communities to coastal locations. Our child-centred, family-focused service provides health promotion, education, developmental surveillance, early intervention and care coordination, supporting families to build confidence and capacity and achieve positive outcomes for their children. Services are delivered across family homes, community clinics, hospitals, schools and other community settings, as well as through telehealth and telephone consultation.

About the role:

As Clinical Nurse Consultant – Child, Youth and Family Health, you will provide expert clinical leadership, consultancy and advanced nursing practice across Child and Family Health services. Working with a high level of autonomy, you'll provide both direct and indirect care while supporting clinical decision-making, governance, quality improvement and workforce development.

You'll provide clinical leadership across universal, universal plus and enhanced models of care, including Maternal Early Childhood Sustained Home-visiting (MECSH), and support outreach services across Central Queensland. You'll also mentor and educate staff, contribute to evidence-based practice and service improvement, and provide professional and clinical support to regional and rural teams. Travel across CQHHS is a requirement of the role.

About you:

You are an experienced Registered Nurse with advanced clinical knowledge and expertise in Child and Family Health nursing and a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate and family-centred care. You'll bring strong clinical leadership, critical thinking and decision-making skills, along with the ability to mentor others, lead improvement initiatives and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse is mandatory. A relevant postgraduate qualification, or evidence of enrolment, is highly desirable, while Immunisation Practice Nurse and Board-Certified Lactation Consultant qualifications will also be highly regarded. A current Class C driver licence is required.

What we offer:

• An hourly rate between $70.92 - $77.00 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

Applications close: Thursday, 17 September 2026

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