Summary
Explore your career options in INGHAM
where life is a little bit sweeter!
About the work unit / facility
Ingham Health Service provides an integrated range of community-based services, Allied Health services, and traditional hospital-based care, including an inpatient ward, Emergency Department, a limited range of surgical procedures, and support services such as X‑ray, Pharmacy, Administration, and Operational Services.
About your employer
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a diverse and dynamic clinical environment with access to advanced practice, research, and specialised expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, staff work on complex cases, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative, evidence‑based care.
We support career progression through structured pathways, secondments, and access to education and training. Employees benefit from strong mentorship and partnerships with James Cook University.
Our community‑focused culture fosters collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. Staff enjoy metro‑level healthcare opportunities with the benefits of regional living, including short commutes, diverse clinical exposure, and a close‑knit professional network.
Across the Townsville HHS region, rural, urban, country, and coastal locations offer vibrant communities, affordable living, stunning landscapes, and a relaxed North Queensland lifestyle. We prioritise employee wellbeing with flexible work arrangements, and a family‑friendly environment.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
* Base salary range: $56.08 - $60.05 p.h. (Nurse Grade 6, Band 1)
* 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
* 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
* On-call and shift allowances (where applicable)
* Plus great salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
About your opportunity
In this role you will provide direct nursing care and use clinical expertise, education, and support to assist patients, clients, and nursing staff within the Ingham Health Service, promoting best practice and high‑quality patient care.
Requirements:
* Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position and registration with AHPRA.
* Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster.
Highly desirable:
* Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field. Such experience may be discipline specific or have a service area focus.
* Extensive experience in Emergency Department and a current Adult Life Support certificate.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries: Cathy Smith on (07) 4720 3***.
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV678663
Applications close: 08/04/2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.