OverviewThe North Queensland Persistent Pain Management Service located at Townsville University Hospital are seeking an experienced and client focused Clinical Nurse to join their highly skilled multidisciplinary team.
This is a permanent part-time role, working 40 hours per fortnight.The Clinical Nurse provides clinical expertise, support, and pain management education to nursing staff and other health professionals to ensure best practice and quality patient care.Job detailsPosition status: PermanentPosition type: Part-timeOccupational group: Health - NursingClassification: Nurse Grade 6 (1)Workplace Location: Townsville regionJob ad reference: QLD/TV662108Closing date: 08-Oct-2025Salary: $54.44 - $58.30 p.h.Job duration: Permanent part-time, 40 hours per fortnightContact person: Angela MaloneyContact details: (07) 4433 3571ResponsibilitiesProvide nursing care, assist with clinical interventions and provide pain management education to clients and their families of the North Queensland Persistent Pain Management Service (NQPPMS) on an outpatient basis from within a multidisciplinary team.Provide clinical expertise, support, and pain management education to nursing staff and other health professionals to ensure best practice and quality patient care.This position may involve travel to other health facilities in North Queensland.About the opportunityNQPPMS provides support, education and multidisciplinary therapy for those with persistent pain, with the ultimate goal of patient self-management.
The NQPPMS team also provides education and support to both public and private sector health care workers, in order to increase community capacity to care for patients with persistent pain.About your current employerCareer 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).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support.
We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.
Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.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.BenefitsSalary range: $54.44 - $58.30 p.h. (NG6-1)5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 17.5% loadingProfessional Development leave12.75% employer contribution to superannuationSalary Sacrificing options may be availableRequirementsQualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.Highly Desirable: Postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable.Travel: This position may be required to travel to other facilities (via small planes or ferry) and work at other facilities; may involve day and/or overnight stays.
The successful applicant must be able to commit to this requirement.This is a VPD risk role.Please refer to the Role Description for further details.Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Angela Maloney on (07) 4433 3571Apply ONLINE: close: Wednesday, 8 October 2025Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Please download the Role Description from the Documents section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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📌 Clinical Nurse (Pain Management)
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📍 Townsville