About the work unit / facility The Ayr Health Service is a 28-bed rural health service and offers general medical, surgical, obstetric and emergency services. Pharmacy, radiology, and mental health services are also provided. Primary health care services delivered in Ayr include: child and youth health, community liaison, chronic disease, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, occupational therapy, oral health, physiotherapy, school-based youth health, social work and speech pathology. Visiting services include aged care assessment team, respiratory, community paediatrics, general surgery and endoscopy. About your new employer Clinical Excellence Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a dynamic healthcare environment with access to advanced medical practices, research, and specialised expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we support professional development through complex casework, multidisciplinary collaboration, and innovative care. Career Growth and Development We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether advancing in clinical specialties, Digital Health, or leadership, staff benefit from mentorship and strong ties 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. 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. Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. Salary range: $107,960 to $115,604 p.a. (f/t) (Nurse Grade 6, Band 1) 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 Clinical Nurse (CN) is a nurse who is licensed to practice nursing without supervision and who assumes accountability and responsibility for their own actions and acts to rectify unsafe nursing practice and/or professional conduct. The CN provides direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the unit to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care. Requirements: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position and registration with AHPRA. Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster. Highly desirableExtensive experience in Emergency Department and a current Adult Life Support certificate. Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! Enquiries: Tracey Gabiola on 07 4783 0811. Applications close: 10/11/2025. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
