Clinical Nurse Operating Theatres (Paediatrics)

Department of Health to Queensland

Townsville, Northern QLD

Nursing to Theatre & Recovery (Healthcare & Medical)

Government to State (Government & Defence)

Contract/Temp, Casual/Vacation, Part time

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Nursing Practice

Clinical Skills

Nursing

Summary

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Townsville Hospital and Health Service

About your new employer

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

About your opportunity

Position: Clinical Nurse

Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary part-time hours, 64 hours p.f. from 29/06/2026 up to 27/06/2027

Location: Operating Theatres (Paediatrics), Townsville University Hospital

What's on offer?

Salary range: 57.48 to 61.55 p.h. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (Nurse Grade 6, Band 1).

4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading and 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.

Plus great Salary Sacrificing options and flexible working arrangements may be available.

About the role

In this role you will provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the unit to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care.

The Clinical Nurse is responsible for training and mentoring of new staff in Paediatric surgery. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for the ordering and maintenance of clinical supplies and equipment and the maintaining the efficiency of the theatre.

Role requirements

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory. Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.

Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster.

On-call: Appointees may be required to participate in an on-call

Please refer to the role description for further details.

Applications close on Thursday. 6 July 2026

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Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion contact Tayla Bray 0744331981