Registered Nurse - Surgical (Hervey Bay)

Queensland Health; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 88,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous superannuation

Annual Leave Loading 17.5%

Flexible work arrangements

Professional Development Allowance

Fraser Coast lifestyle

Staff wellbeing garden

Job summary

Queensland Health in Hervey Bay is seeking a Registered Nurse - Surgical to join the 44-bed Surgical Orthopaedic Ward. You will deliver patient-centred care within the Surgical Unit under clinical leadership, contributing to high standards and evidence-informed practice.

We offer permanent full-time and part-time roles, flexible arrangements, ongoing professional development, mentorship, and a Fraser Coast lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Experience in surgical or orthopaedic nursing is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse provides clinical and patient-centred care within the Surgical Unit, supporting the facilitation and provision of quality and cost effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-informed practice.

Skills

Surgical nursing

Orthopaedic nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse - Surgical (Hervey Bay)

Join our friendly 44-bed Surgical Orthopaedic Ward and become part of a supportive team dedicated to high-quality patient care. Led by an experienced Nurse Unit Manager and Clinical Nurse Consultant, our ward offers strong clinical support, mentorship, and professional development. Experience in surgical or orthopaedic nursing is desirable but not essential. What we offer: Supportive team environment, clinical leadership and mentoring, ongoing professional development, flexible full-time and part-time roles, relaxing garden space for staff wellbeing, exceptional Fraser Coast lifestyle. If you're passionate about patient care and professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

• The Registered Nurse (RN) provides clinical and patient-centred care within the Surgical Unit, supporting the facilitation and provision of quality and cost effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-informed practice.

Several Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) and Permanent Part Time Positions (hours negotiable).

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $128,480 p.a., comprising salary between $87,790 - $112,606 p.a. (f/t) or comprising salary rates between $44.28 - $56.79 (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 5) (Several Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f., and Permanent Part Time Positions, hours negotiable) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2608WB690374

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:

• Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
• Access to extensivesalary sacrificingoptions to maximise your take-home pay
• Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
• The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Fraser Coast

TheFraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes,laid-back lifestyleand mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. Thisdestinationwith a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listedK'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incrediblewhale watchingencounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfrescocafes,shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city ofMaryborough.

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'