Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.
The Nurse Educator (Staff Development Officer) is accountable for developing, implementing, and evaluating a range of staff development, education, and training activities with an emphasis on the training of Indigenous Health Workers, Operational and Administrative Officers, assisting with mandatory training requirements for Joyce Palmer Health Service and clinical competencies for all staff.
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.
Our purpose is `great care every day'.
What's on offer? Remuneration package of up to $13,725 p.m.
Salary range: $5081.10 - $5516.60 p.f. (+ applicable allowances/benefits) (Nurse Grade 7).
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading and 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
Plus great Salary Sacrificing ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/salary-and-benefits/salary-packaging ) options.
Please note, this position is located on Palm Island.
Skills and experience
Provide expert nursing leadership and coordination within an Indigenous health service community environment.
Demonstrate awareness and understanding of culturally appropriate and safe care within an Indigenous community health service.
Demonstrate high-level understanding of health care to evaluate the learning needs and develop strategies to address key developmental areas for Indigenous Health Workers and employees of the Joyce Palmer Health Service.
Advanced leadership, negotiation, conflict resolution and change management skills to ensure customer focused service provision amongst the multidisciplinary team.
Understanding of teaching and learning in the health care environment (adult learning principles) with demonstrated clinical teaching and facilitation skills.
Role requirementsBachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Please refer to the role description for further details.
The Joyce Palmer Health Service is an integrated health service, a 15-bed hospital with outpatient and emergency department servicing a population of approximately 3,500 people. The client/patient group is representative of the diverse demographic profile of the Palm Island community.
The Joyce Palmer Health Service integrated health care team includes both Indigenous and non-Indigenous staff who support each other's roles in the health care setting.
About the locationPalm Island is home to a vibrant and expanding community. There isn't much traffic, the beach is nearby and the fishing is excellent. There is a neighbourhood pharmacy, general shop, butcher, post office, schools, and youth centre on the island. Residents frequently travel to the mainland to enjoy the entertainment and shopping options in neighbouring Townsville. The locals of Palm Island are incredibly welcoming and appreciative of the public healthcare services provided.
On-site staff accommodation will be provided for the successful applicant and flexible working arrangements are available.
Why Choose Us?Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/leave ).
Interested? Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Laura Irving on 07 4433 3749.
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV630980
Applications close on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.