Registered Nurse (Surgical Unit)

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 10,000 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Flexible work-life balance

Generous salary sacrificing options

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted private health insurance

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Queensland Government seeks a Registered Nurse for Rockhampton Hospital’s Surgical Unit. You will deliver high-quality nursing care 24/7 for adults 17+, coordinating activities and supporting families while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams.

You’ll lead, mentor ENs and AINs, participate in quality improvement, and contribute to patient pathways to achieve better outcomes in a busy regional setting.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA/NMBA registration.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate nursing activities or shifts when required.
• Support education and professional development.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Decision-making

Communication

Team collaboration

Leadership support

Education

Registered Nurse (AHPRA/NMBA)

Job description

About us:Rockhampton Hospital's 36-bed Surgical Unit provides 24/7 inpatient care for adults aged 17 and over across Central Queensland. The unit supports a broad range of surgical specialties, including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT), Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology and Dental, as well as limited Facio-maxillary care for patients awaiting transfer to Brisbane.About the role:Deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation for patients and their families.Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, contributing to holistic care and coordinating nursing activities or shifts when required.Support education and professional development by sharing knowledge, educating patients and families, and contributing to a positive learning environment.Drive quality and improvement in practice by participating in research, quality improvement initiatives, policy development and care pathways that support better patient outcomes.About you:Current AHPRA/NMBA Registered Nurse registration.Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with the ability to plan, deliver and evaluate safe, person-centred care in a changing environment.Clear communication and relationship-building skills, working effectively with patients, families, colleagues and the multidisciplinary team.Leadership and support capabilities, with the ability to guide and support ENs and AINs and contribute to the CQHHS Nursing and Midwifery Professional Practice Model.What we offer:Total monthly remuneration value of up to $10,707 p.m. is comprised of:An hourly rate between $44.27 - $56.79 p.h.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingAdditional Benefits:Ongoing Professional Development and Education OpportunitiesFlexible Work-Life Balance and VarietyGenerous Salary Sacrificing OptionsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine 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.How to apply:To apply, please submit the following:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.For assistance:Contact [e-mail] the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6I693411Applications close: Sunday, 11 October 2026#Rockhampton #Surgery #SurgicalThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.