Nurse Practitioner (Chronic Conditions), Queensland Health

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Professional Development

Sponsorship considered (conditions)

Flexible Work-Life Balance

Salary Sacrificing Options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Capricornia Offender Health Service (COHS) within Queensland Health seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced clinical assessment and specialist care for inmates with complex chronic conditions at Capricornia Correctional Centre. You will lead clinical decision-making, drive governance and quality initiatives, and mentor nursing staff to uphold evidence-based practice.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes and support prisoner

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA Nurse Practitioner registration.
• At least five years' clinical experience in chronic conditions or similar specialty.
• Ability to lead clinical governance, quality improvement and service evaluation.
• Commitment to professional development and mentoring.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and specialist care for inmates with complex chronic conditions.
• Lead clinical decision-making, case management and coordination of safe, evidence-based chronic disease care.
• Drive clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Educate, mentor and support nursing staff and patients to promote clinical excellence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to improve health outcomes.

Skills

AHPRA Nurse Practitioner registration

Clinical experience in chronic care

Leadership and governance

Education and mentorship

Communication and problem-solving

Tools

Clinical governance tools

Job description

Capricornia Offender Health Service (COHS) delivers essential healthcare to Capricornia Correctional Centre, from urgent treatment and chronic disease management to preventative care. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you'll help address health inequalities, support better health outcomes and provide care that meets community standards. Your work will play a meaningful role in supporting rehabilitation and helping inmates prepare for their transition back into the community.

About the role:

• Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and specialist care for inmates with complex chronic conditions.
• Lead clinical decision-making, case management and the coordination of safe, evidence-based chronic disease care.
• Drive clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives within Capricornia Offender Health Service.
• Educate, mentor and support nursing staff and patients, promoting clinical excellence and ongoing professional development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and key stakeholders to improve health outcomes and support organisational priorities.

About you:

• Current AHPRA Nurse Practitioner registration and at least five years' clinical experience in chronic conditions or a similar specialty; additional information listed on the role description.
• Expertise in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and delivering safe, evidence-based care for complex conditions.
• Ability to lead clinical governance, quality improvement, innovation and service evaluation.
• Commitment to professional development, mentoring, research and evidence-based practice.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and leadership skills, with the ability to engage teams, manage resources and improve patient outcomes.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $188,624 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $79.85 - $83.37 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Sponsorship considered (conditions apply)
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

Nurse Practitioner (Chronic Conditions), Queensland Health Rockhampton, Australia