Overview
Registered Nurse - Blackwater (Talent Pool) role at Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. This listing is for the Talent Pool.
About us
Make the Smart Move - Central Queensland Highlands
Blackwater Hospital is located 200kms west of the Queensland coastline. Blackwater MPHS is a busy rural 16 bed facility incorporating 4 aged care beds, providing acute inpatient, accident and emergency, pharmacy, outpatient and urgent radiology services to the community. Visiting allied health services include podiatry, speech pathology and occupational therapy as well as adult and youth psychiatric services. Community health clinics include antenatal, dietetics, child health, diabetic, immunisation and women\'s health.
About the role
The Registered Nurse provides nursing care based on the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia National Competency Standards to a group of patient/clients in collaboration with health service providers. The Registered Nurse works within scope of practice to assume responsibility for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care. The RN works collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and reliable care is provided within the dynamic health environments of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service facilities.
About you
Mandatory qualification/s and professional registration requirements. Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.
* Recent experience in an acute setting is required.
* Post graduate experience in Emergency or Perioperative Services, Triage and Advanced Life Support qualifications would be highly desirable.
What we offer
Total remuneration value of up to $121,106 is comprised of:
* An hourly rate between $41.73 - $53.53 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 for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply
To apply, please submit the following:
* Your current CV or resume, including referees.
* A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
* Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.
For assistance
* Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
* Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5G651215
Applications close: Sunday, 28 September 2025
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
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