Emergency Department RN - Fast-Paced Care, Flexible Contracts

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Penalties and superannuation

Flexible contract opportunities

Travel and accommodation provided

Job summary

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment – Mackay QLD is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse for a casual/temporary role. You will work in busy hospital EDs, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while leveraging strong triage, resuscitation and critical thinking skills in fast-paced environments.

The role requires current AHPRA registration and a minimum of 3 years’ ED experience, with ALS certification highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Currently registered with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 3 years' recent Emergency Department nursing experience.
• Demonstrated experience in triage, resuscitation and acute emergency care.
• Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients with acute illnesses and injuries.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring.
• Triage patients using recognised triage systems.
• Provide care within the resuscitation area and support emergency interventions.
• Recognise and respond promptly to deteriorating patients.
• Administer medications and IV therapies per hospital policies.
• Assist with emergency procedures and trauma management.
• Document assessments, interventions and outcomes accurately.
• Collaborate with medical, allied health and nursing colleagues.
• Advocate for patient safety and compassionate care.
• Maintain infection prevention and workplace safety standards.
• Support quality improvement and positive team culture.

Skills

AHPRA registration

3+ years ED experience

Triage/Resuscitation

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

ALS certification

Job description

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment – Mackay QLD is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse for a casual/temporary role. You will work in busy hospital EDs, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while leveraging strong triage, resuscitation and critical thinking skills in fast-paced environments.

The role requires current AHPRA registration and a minimum of 3 years’ ED experience, with ALS certification highly regarded.