Nurse Navigator Chronic Conditions (Identified)

Townsville Hospital and Health Service; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 141,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4–6 weeks annual leave with loading 14

12.75% employer superannuation

Salary sacrificing options

Job summary

Townsville Hospital and Health Service is seeking a Nurse Navigator for Chronic Conditions identified as part of the Medical Service Group in Townsville. The role focuses on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with chronic conditions and complex care, improving health outcomes by guiding their healthcare journey and coordinating with primary care services.

The organisation offers a dynamic clinical environment with opportunities for professional development through

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification is mandatory.
• AHPRA registration and current practising certificate required.
• Indigenous status is a genuine occupational requirement under applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients with chronic conditions and complex care.
• Improve health care outcomes by streamlining the patient journey and engaging primary health services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification

Job description

Nurse Navigator Chronic Conditions (Identified)

Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Townsville QLD

Nurse Navigator Chronic / Medical Service Group / Townsville

About your opportunity

This role focuses on supporting our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with chronic conditions and complex care. The opportunity assists to improve health care outcomes for this patient cohort with a proactive approach to streamlining their healthcare journey and engaging primary health care services.

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: $140,632 to $152,685 p.a. (Nurse Grade 7)


• 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.


• Identified role: Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community.
  
  
  
  • Specific attribute required must be identified and supported by documentary evidence or information, as per section 7 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 and Chapter 2 of the Public Sector Act 2022.
  
  
  • Refer to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workforce Strategic Framework 2016-2026.
  
  
  
  


• Driver Licence: This position requires the applicant to possess an appropriate license to operate a Class C (car) motor vehicle.


• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.