Rural Generalist

CRANAplus; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1000

Travel & accommodation arranged

Flexible start dates

Christmas contracts available

Job summary

Medacs Healthcare is seeking experienced Rural Generalist nurses for contract opportunities across regional and remote Queensland. You’ll work in diverse community health and primary healthcare settings, making an impact in remote areas while enjoying flexible contract dates and lengths.

Eligible nurses receive potential sign-on bonuses and travel/accommodation support. Christmas contracts are available, with opportunities across Central Queensland and beyond.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration.
• Experience in community health and remote primary healthcare.
• Skills in acute care and emergency response, including previous first on-call experience.
• Immunisation Program Nurse certification (updated within the last 12 months).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) annual update.

Skills

acute care

emergency response

first on-call

remote primary healthcare

community health

Education

Immunisation Program Nurse certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Health

4WD certificate

Job description

Are you an experienced Rural Generalist looking for your next adventure? Medacs Healthcare is seeking passionate nurses for contract opportunities across regional and remote communities throughout Central Queensland.

Working in diverse community health and primary healthcare settings, you’ll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact while supporting rural and remote communities across one of Australia’s most iconic regions.

We offer flexible contract opportunities with a variety of start dates and contract lengths available throughout the year.

Christmas Contracts Available Now

Looking ahead to the festive season? Christmas and New Year contracts are already available and filling quickly, making now the perfect time to secure your next adventure and maximise your earnings over the holiday period.

Benefits - Why Choose Medacs Healthcare?

• Competitive Pay: Attractive agency rates $ plus salary packaging options to maximise your earnings.
• Sign-On Bonus: Eligible remote nurses new to Medacs Healthcare can receive up to a $1,000 sign-on bonus.*
• Flexible Contracts: Multiple start dates and contract lengths available across regional and remote Queensland, with interstate opportunities also available.
• Travel Made Easy: We arrange and cover travel and accommodation so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.*
• Unforgettable Experiences: Explore the unique landscapes, welcoming communities, and diverse healthcare settings that Central Queensland has to offer.
• Grow Your Skills: Build valuable experience in remote primary healthcare, community health, and emergency response settings.

About You

• Current AHPRA registration
• Experience in community health and remote primary healthcare
• Skills in acute care and/or emergency response, including previous first on-call experience
• Immunisation Program Nurse certification (updated within the last 12 months)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) annual update

Highly Desirable

• Advanced Life Support (ALS)
• Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Health
• Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) certificate

If you’re an experienced Primary Health Care or Community Health Nurse looking to transition into remote healthcare but don’t yet meet every requirement listed above, we’d still love to hear from you. We regularly support nurses looking to build their remote nursing experience and can discuss current opportunities, eligibility pathways, and ways to grow your career in this rewarding field.

Medacs Healthcare is a trusted healthcare recruitment agency connecting passionate nurses with rewarding contract opportunities across Australia. Every year, hundreds of nurses choose Medacs to explore new locations, expand their skills, and advance their careers.

Terms and conditions apply. Sign-on bonus and referral incentives subject to eligibility criteria.