Clinical Nurse Consultant - Contact Tracing, Queensland Health

Queensland Government; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A public health organization in Queensland is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant to lead sexual health initiatives and coordinate contact tracing. This role involves providing clinical leadership and working closely with various teams to enhance health outcomes for the community. Candidates should possess a Registered Nurse qualification and relevant clinical experience. This position is part-time or full-time, offering competitive remuneration and exceptional benefits.

Benefits

Higher employer superannuation contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Career training and development

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Experience in contact tracing for STIs and BBVs is essential.
• Ability to develop and evaluate health programs.
• Strong analytical skills for health surveillance.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical initiatives in Sexual and Reproductive Health.
• Mentor nursing and medical teams.
• Collaborate with partners for integrated care.
• Evaluate strategies to enhance health outcomes.

Skills

Clinical expertise in Sexual and Reproductive Health

Leadership and mentorship skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Contact Tracing, Queensland Health

Queensland Government – Sunshine Coast QLD

Part time, Full time, Contract, Casual/Temporary

Join our dedicated Sexual Health team as a Clinical Nurse Consultant – Contact Tracing at Caloundra Health Service. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced clinician to lead, coordinate and deliver advanced, person-centred care across Sexual and Reproductive Health. You will play a key role in strengthening contact tracing responses, supporting clinicians and community partners, and contributing to improved population health outcomes across the Sunshine Coast.

Sunshine Coast Health is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north. Sunshine Coast Health is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver advanced clinical expertise in Sexual and Reproductive Health, including STI and BBV contact tracing.
• Provide clinical leadership, support and mentorship to nursing, medical and multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop, implement and evaluate strategies, programs and resources that enhance sexual health outcomes across the Sunshine Coast.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external partners to support integrated care, surveillance, and timely public health responses.

Remuneration value up to $13,684.33 p.m., comprising salary between $5,081.10 – $5,516.60 p.f. (f/t) or salary rates: $66.85 – $72.58 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 7) (temporary full or part time position available for up to 12 months, hours negotiable). Applications will remain current for 12 months. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered).

Why work for us?

We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers

As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to:

• A wellness program;
• Career training and development;
• Salary packaging.

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