About your new employer The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions. 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). 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. 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. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages. We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. Salary range: $35.92 - $38.12 p.h. (NG3) 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation Plus great Salary Sacrificing options About your opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide direct nursing care using developed skills to support patients/clients and nursing staff within the Operating Theatre, ensuring best practice and high-quality patient care. In this position, you will have the opportunity to work across various areas within the Perioperative Unit, including (but not limited to) the Holding Bay, inventory management, and performing duties as an instrument/circulatory nurse. Requirements: Diploma of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position and registration with AHPRA. The successful candidate will be required to work am and pm shifts to ensure continuity of care for our patients and safe service delivery in addition to an on-call roster. Highly desirable Successful completion of modules related to medication administration and peripheral intravenous (IV) therapy. Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Interested? Contact: Tayla Bray on 07 4433 5040 Applications close: 29/10/2025 Recruitment Agency referrals will not be accepted.
