Nurse Navigator - Complex Chronic Disease (Ingham)

Queensland Government; Townsville City; Presencial; AUD 98.000 - 106.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible work

Generous leave

Salary Sacrificing

Regional opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service is seeking a Nurse Navigator to support patients with chronic conditions and complex care needs. The role focuses on streamlining the patient journey and engaging primary health care services within the regional network.

Mandatory AHPRA registration is required, and this VPD-risk role includes pre-employment checks. Flexible work arrangements and supportive professional development opportunities are offered in a regional setting.

Formación

• Mandatory AHPRA registration.
• Experience in patient navigation or chronic care desirable.
• Vaccination risk role readiness and compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Support patients with chronic conditions and complex care needs.
• Improve health outcomes by streamlining the patient journey and coordinating with primary care.
• Engage multidisciplinary teams and ensure continuity of care.

Conocimientos

AHPRA registration

Chronic care experience

Educación

Bachelor of Nursing

Descripción del empleo

About the work unit:The Nurse Navigator Service meets the needs of the patient and is intended to be flexible and responsive to Ingham Health Service's needs.Navigators work across multiple specialties remaining focused on the patient and their journey.The role scope is not limited by a disease process. Functionally, this means that the Nurse Navigator care of a patient will grow and adapt with the changing needs of the patient irrespective of the traditional medical or nursing specialities that would define care in other contexts.About your new employer:Clinical ExcellenceThe 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.Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional AdvantageA 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 BenefitsIngham is culturally diverse town with a rich Italian history; just over an hour's drive north from Townsville it offers a unique collection of culture, fresh produce and vast green landscapes.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 value up to $76,342 p.a. and generous leave entitlements.Salary range: $70.92 to $77.00 p.h. (NG7)4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading12.75% employer contribution to superannuationPlus Salary Sacrificing options may be availableAbout your opportunity:This role focuses on supporting patients 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.Requirements:Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.Probation period may apply.Pre-employment checks will be conducted.Please refer to the Role Description for further details.Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Janine Johnson on [phone].Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV696235Applications close: Tuesday, 24 November 2026.Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Please download the Role Description from the 'Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.