Clinical Nurse - Ward 2I

Health; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Queensland Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse to join Ward 2I at Logan Hospital, Meadowbrook, in a permanent part-time role (64 hours per fortnight). You will lead clinical care for acute orthopaedic surgical patients, support the team, manage daily activities and contribute to education and quality initiatives.

You will have current RN registration with the NMBA, advanced orthopaedic/surgical knowledge, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
• Advanced clinical knowledge and experience in acute surgical and/or orthopaedic nursing.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate patient care, delegate effectively and support multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Experience contributing to clinical education, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to professional leadership and continuous learning.
• A postgraduate qualification or current enrolment in a relevant postgraduate program will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical care for acute surgical/orthopaedic patients in Ward 2I.
• Provide clinical leadership, guidance and support to nursing staff.
• Coordinate daily clinical activities including staff allocation and patient flow.
• Support clinical education, mentoring and professional development.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, audits and research.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, person-centred workplace culture.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Orthopaedic nursing

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education & QA

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

# Clinical Nurse - Ward 2I**Queensland Health** (Organisation site) Logan Hospital, Meadowbrook**Make a difference in surgical nursing ¿ take your career further with Metro South Health!****Join our Orthopaedic team at Logan Hospital, Meadowbrook, as a Permanent Part-Time Clinical Nurse (64 hours per fortnight), providing expert clinical leadership and high-quality, person-centred care to acute surgical patients.**## Job details| | || --- | --- || Position status | Permanent || Position type | Part-time || Occupational group | Health - Nursing || Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) || Workplace Location | Brisbane - South,Logan - Beaudesert || Job ad reference | QLD/MS11696723 || Closing date | 25-Nov-2026 || Salary Other | $57.76 to $61.85 p.h || Job duration | Permanent || Contact person | Megan Cakaukeivuya || Contact details | 07 2891 5040 Access the National Relay Service |#### Your new role:Join Ward 2I, a 26-bed orthopaedic surgical unit caring for elective and trauma patients, where you will lead clinical care, support your team and drive positive patient outcomes.In this role, you will:* Provide expert clinical assessment, care planning and coordination for patients with complex acute and surgical needs.* Provide clinical leadership, guidance and support to nursing staff, promoting safe and effective patient care.* Coordinate daily clinical activities, including staff allocation, delegation and patient flow.* Support clinical education, mentoring and professional development within the team.* Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, research and the implementation of best practice.* Promote a positive, collaborative and person-centred workplace culture.#### About you:You are an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse who brings strong clinical knowledge, leadership capability and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are confident supporting others while managing complex clinical situations.You will bring:* Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.* Advanced clinical knowledge and experience in acute surgical and/or orthopaedic nursing.* Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.* Demonstrated ability to coordinate patient care, delegate effectively and support multidisciplinary teamwork.* Experience contributing to clinical education, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to professional leadership and continuous learning.* A postgraduate qualification or current enrolment in a relevant postgraduate program will be highly regarded.Check out our quick tips and application essentials!#### What we can offer you:* Professional development: Opportunities to expand your clinical expertise, leadership skills and career progression.* Meaningful work: Make a genuine difference to the health and wellbeing of our local community.* Supportive team environment: Work alongside passionate nursing professionals who value collaboration, learning and excellence in patient care.* Work-life balance: Access to flexible working arrangements that support your personal and professional commitments.* You'll have all the benefits of working for Queensland's world-class public health system including generous leave entitlements, attractive salary and remuneration packages, salary packaging and access to relevant professional development allowances and/or leave, study and research assistance, corporate discounts and employee wellness programs.#### Logan Hospital:Logan Hospital is the major health centre for one of the fastest growing areas in Queensland. We offer a range of services, including medical, rehabilitation, maternity, surgical and paediatric care.We offer our staff and students extensive support and training in most medical specialties. As a teaching hospital, we help train future health care professionals and participate in research through strong partnerships with Queensland's leading medical schools, universities, and TAFE Queensland.Our services will continue to grow as we build bigger and better facilities to support the community. By 2027, we'll have more beds and 5 more birthing suites as part of the Logan Hospital expansion.**INTEGRITY | COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | RESPECT | ENGAGEMENT | EXCELLENCE**Our values were created by employees for employees to shape our culture and inspire positive interactions in the workplace. Diversity of ideas, skills, traditions, and customs is celebrated as one of our greatest strengths. Having a workforce that reflects and understands the needs and expectations of our community is important to delivering safe, kinder, and more inclusive care.We recognise our strength comes from the diversity of our people and so we encourage people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, abilities, languages, sexual orientation, and family responsibilities to apply.We are *better together*.## Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Please review the Role Description for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.## DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.* Application essentials - things you need to know (PDF) We are MSH - five reasons why you should join us (PDF) MS11696723\\_RD (PDF)