At Central Queensland Health, we believe in Great People and Great Places to Work. In Biloela, you will lead a dedicated team across the 24-bed hospital and the Banana Community Health Service, fostering a culture of safety, learning, and research. You will work alongside a collaborative multi-disciplinary team, including Clinical Nurse Consultants and Educators, to drive clinical governance and workforce development. This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to build a meaningful career while enjoying the balance and affordability of regional Queensland life.
About us:
Biloela Hospital is a vital 24-bed facility providing diverse services from Emergency and Maternity to Palliative Care. Co-located with Banana Community Health, our service is a cornerstone of the Banana Shire, offering everything from Child Health to Cancer Care. We are a team defined by connection, working together to ensure our regional patients receive high-quality care close to home.
About the role:
Provide daily clinical leadership and strategic direction to the Biloela Hospital Acute and Banana Community Health nursing teams.
Maintain staff rosters using TrendCare and WorkBrain systems to ensure optimal service delivery.
Lead the development and review of service profiles through the Business Planning Framework.
Manage financial and human resource delegations with a focus on budget integrity and operational KPIs.
Oversee auditing and data collection in alignment with National Standards and Central Queensland Health schedules.
Foster a learning culture that promotes evidence-based models of care and professional development.
About you:
You possess a Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent) and current registration with the NMBA (AHPRA).
You demonstrate advanced clinical leadership and the ability to make autonomous decisions within a multi-disciplinary team.
You have experience in implementing and monitoring national quality standards and risk management frameworks.
You are an expert communicator capable of negotiation and change management across diverse stakeholder groups.
You bring high-level management experience, including budget oversight and operational planning.
You are committed to patient safety and support a culture where staff feel empowered to speak up.
You hold (or are highly regarded for) recent practice in acute nursing management and clinical competencies.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $169,138 p.a. is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $ $74.76 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.
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Applications close: Monday, 9 March 2026
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