About us
The Medical/Surgical Ward 1 Unit is in Block One on the first floor of the Gladstone Hospital. The service offers a total of 42 inpatient beds which cover sub-acute, medical, surgical, rehabilitation and palliative care patients plus an eight-space transit lounge. The Medical/Surgical Unit provides clinical care through the development and maintenance of relevant and proven patient care standards involving ongoing research in clinical applications.
About the role
This role combines advanced clinical nursing practice with early leadership responsibilities as a Nurse Grade 6. You'll deliver high‐quality, patient‐centred care in line with NMBA standards, including managing complex cases with strong assessment, critical thinking and intervention skills. Alongside clinical care, you'll hold a portfolio that may include leadership, education, research or management, supporting a Nurse Grade 7 while guiding RNs, ENs and support staff. You will play a key role in mentoring, fostering continuous learning and contributing to evidence‐based practice. The position also involves supporting organisational systems through policy adherence, quality improvement, and participation in audits and research. Overall, it is a well‐rounded role where you lead within your scope, drive safe, high‐quality care, and help strengthen team capability in increasingly complex clinical environments.
Qualifications
* Current registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is mandatory.
* A relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma is expected. If not currently held, commitment to completion within an agreed timeframe is required.
Remuneration and benefits
Total remuneration value of up to $124,593 p.a. is comprised of:
* An hourly rate between $57.48 - $61.55 p.h.
* 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
* 17.5% leave loading
Additional benefits
* Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
* Flexible Work‐Life Balance and Variety
* Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
* Paid Parental Leave
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Discounted Private Health Insurance
* Fitness Passport
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements
It is a condition of employment for this role that the employee be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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