Clinical Nurse (Specialist Team)

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible work-life balance

Parental leave

Private health insurance

EAP

Job summary

Queensland Government's Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service in Rockhampton is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to deliver specialist clinical nursing care to clients with alcohol and other drug concerns. You will screen, assess, provide brief interventions and referrals within a multidisciplinary team, supporting clients and their families.

You will work under the Clinical Nurse Consultant and senior nursing team, applying evidence-based practice, promoting harm

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse is essential.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Alcohol and Other Drugs or Advanced Nursing Practice are desirable.
• Experience in AOD services would be an advantage, however training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist clinical nursing care to clients experiencing AOD concerns, including screening, assessment, brief intervention and referral.
• Apply clinical judgement and evidence-based practice with support from the Clinical Nurse Consultant and senior nursing team.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team, consumers, families and external agencies to coordinate care.
• Promote prevention, early intervention, health education and harm reduction strategies.
• Contribute to service improvement, research, education and professional development.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Assessment

Case management

Communication

Education

RN registration

Postgraduate AOD or Advanced Nursing Practice (desirable)

Job description

About us:Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service supports people across Central Queensland who are experiencing mental health challenges or concerns with alcohol and other drug use. Through a network of inpatient, community and outreach services, the team provides specialised care closer to home, helping people navigate difficult times and improve their health and wellbeing.With services spanning Rockhampton, Gladstone, Yeppoon, Emerald, Blackwater, Biloela and surrounding communities, the team also works to reduce alcohol and drug-related harm while supporting clients, their families and the wider community.About the role:Deliver specialist clinical nursing care to clients experiencing alcohol and other drug-related concerns, including screening, assessment, brief intervention and referral.Apply clinical judgement and evidence-based practice to provide individualised care, with support from the Clinical Nurse Consultant and senior nursing team.Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, consumers, families and external agencies to coordinate comprehensive care.Promote prevention, early intervention, health education and harm reduction strategies to improve health outcomes across the community.Contribute to service improvement, research, clinical education and ongoing professional development to strengthen AOD service delivery.About you:Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse is essential; Postgraduate qualifications in Alcohol and Other Drugs or Advanced Nursing Practice are desirable, but not mandatory.Experience in AOD services would be an advantage, however training is provided.Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment, treatment planning, case management and delivering safe, increasingly complex nursing care.Strong time management, prioritisation and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively to support continuity of care and contribute to service 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.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingAdditional Benefits:Ongoing Professional Development and Education OpportunitiesProfessional development allowanceFlexible Work-Life Balance and VarietyGenerous Salary Sacrificing OptionsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.How to apply:To apply, please submit the following:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.For assistance:Contact [e-mail] the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J695743Applications close: Monday, 16 November 2026#RockhamptonThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.