Clinical Nurse Ingham

Queensland Health; Ingham; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 107,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

4 to 6 weeks annual leave

12.75% employer superannuation

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Queensland Health is offering a permanent, part-time Clinical Nurse position at Ingham Health Service, Ingham, within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service network. The role focuses on delivering direct nursing care in a 28-bed inpatient setting, with opportunities for professional development and cross-disciplinary teamwork.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Nursing, be registered with AHPRA, and hold a current practising certificate.

Qualifications

• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration are required.
• Nursing registration with AHPRA and current practising certificate are required.
• On-call may be required and travel to other facilities within Townsville HHS.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care with clinical skills and education.
• Support patients/clients and nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

Summary

Explore your career options in INGHAM where life is a little bit sweeter!

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Flexible part-time
• Occupational group: Health - Nursing
• Classification: Nurse Grade 6 (1)
• Workplace Location: Townsville region
• Job ad reference: QLD/TV695095
• Closing date: 15-Nov-2026
• Fortnightly salary: $4390.00 - $4700.90
• Job duration: Permanent Full-time
• Contact person: Robert Hall
• Contact details: [phone] Access the National Relay Service

About the work unit / facility

Ingham Hospital / Rural Hospitals Service Group / Ingham

Ingham Health Service is a 28-bed inpatient facility with emergency and general surgical services.

Ingham is culturally diverse town with a rich Italian history; just over an hour's drive north from Townsville it offers a unique collection of culture, fresh produce and vast green landscapes.

About your opportunity

The role of the Clinical Nurse is to provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the Ingham Health Service to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Competitive salary and benefits

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $114,532 to $122,643 p.a. (Nurse Grade 6 Band 1)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements

Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration

• Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
• Nursing: Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
• Highly Desirable: Extensive experience in Emergency Department and a current Adult Life Support certificate.
• On-call: Appointees may be required to participate in an on-call roster.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Travel: This position may be required to travel to and work at, other facilities located within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, e.g., participate in clinical activities or meetings

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Applications close: Sunday, 15 November 2026

Further information

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