Clinical Nurse (Withdrawal)

Townsville Hospital and Health Service; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $57.76 to $61.85 p.h. (+

4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.

12.75% employer superannuation

Salary Sacrificing options may be ava.

Job summary

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service invites applications for a Clinical Nurse within the Mental Health Service Group. You will deliver evidence-based alcohol, tobacco and other drug (ATOD) assessment, treatment and care coordination across the catchment, contributing to integrated, person-centred care.

Role requires registration and a valid class C drivers licence; vaccine preventable disease risk role; pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
• Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialised ATOD assessment, treatment and care coordination services.
• Provide comprehensive clinical care for consumers with substance use concerns, including ambulatory withdrawal management and OST induction.
• All employees may be required to work in other areas of the service.

Skills

ATOD assessment

Job description

Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Townsville QLD

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.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $57.76 to $61.85 p.h. (NG6-1)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

The Clinical Nurse is responsible for delivering specialised, evidence-based alcohol, tobacco and other drug (ATOD) assessment, treatment and care coordination services to individuals, families and groups across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service catchment. The role provides comprehensive clinical care for consumers experiencing substance use concerns, including those undergoing ambulatory withdrawal management, opioid substitution treatment (OST) induction and ongoing treatment.

All employees of the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the service.

Requirements:

• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (if applicable).
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.