RN - Dysart Hospital - Acute / Emergency

JPS Recruitment Group; Dysart; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Dysart Hospital in rural Queensland seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Acute and Emergency team on a two‑week contract from 12 to 25 October 2026. You’ll lead the ward and make clinical decisions in a remote setting, often as the sole RN on shift.

The role involves triage, resuscitation, and prioritisation with rotating 8- and 12‑hour shifts, up to 80 hours per fortnight, in a close‑knit rural team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in emergency nursing, including triage and resuscitation protocols.
• Demonstrated rural nursing experience and comfort working in remote settings.
• Ability to lead and manage the ward independently, with sound clinical judgment under pressure.
• Current ALS or equivalent resuscitation certification.
• Own vehicle highly recommended due to the remoteness of the location.

Responsibilities

• Lead the acute and emergency ward independently, managing triage, resuscitation, and clinical prioritisation
• Rotating 8 and 12-hour shifts with a maximum 80 hours per fortnight in a remote rural hospital
• Ideal for experienced emergency nurses seeking short-term contract work in a close-knit team

Skills

Emergency nursing

Triage

Resuscitation

Rural nursing

Independent ward leadership

Education

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

Tools

ieMR

FirstNet

PowerChart

HBCIS

Job description

RN - Dysart Hospital - Acute / Emergency

Dysart Hospital in rural Queensland is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Acute and Emergency team on a two-week contract from 12 to 25 October 2026. This is a hands‑on role in a remote setting where you'll work rotating 8 and 12‑hour shifts, with a maximum of 80 hours per fortnight. You'll be expected to lead the ward and manage clinical decisions, often as the sole RN on shift, making this an ideal opportunity for a nurse with strong emergency and rural experience who thrives in a dynamic, independent environment.

• Lead the acute and emergency ward independently, managing triage, resuscitation, and clinical prioritisation
• Rotating 8 and 12‑hour shifts with a maximum 80 hours per fortnight in a remote rural hospital
• Ideal for experienced emergency nurses seeking short-term contract work in a close‑knit team

Preferred Requirements

• Proven experience in emergency nursing, including triage and resuscitation protocols
• Demonstrated rural nursing experience and comfort working in remote settings
• Ability to lead and manage the ward independently, with sound clinical judgment under pressure
• Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or equivalent resuscitation certification
• Own vehicle highly recommended due to the remoteness of the location

Preferred Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse in Australia
• Familiarity with Queensland Health systems, including ieMR, FirstNet, PowerChart, or HBCIS
• Previous experience with Queensland Health or Mackay Hospital and Health Service