The Role An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse (Public Health) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia. You will Provide clinical nurse level public health nursing services. Undertaking the roles and responsibilities as a contact tracing officer. Provide clinical nursing services (immunisation) with area of jurisdiction as required. Participating as a member of multi-disciplinary teams (Outbreak Control Teams and Incident Management Teams) to respond to outbreaks. About you To be successful in this position you will require: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost) Benefits Flexible work options Career Development Salary Packaging Modern Facilities Diverse Work Culture Research Opportunities 12.75% super 17.5% leave loading Salary Temporary Part time (up to 64 hours p.f.) Base salary ranging from $56.08 - $60.05 per hour About Us The Public Health Unit (PHU) delivers specialist communicable disease control, environmental health, immunisation and epidemiological services to protect and promote the health of the community. The unit manages, investigates and responds to factors which cause illness, injury and disease, and has a role in monitoring, enforcing and public health legislation, undertaking health risk assessments, responding to public health incidents and events and delivering immunisation services. The PHU delivers services at an individual and population level. About Gold Coast Health Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best * Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong How to Apply Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 10 February 2026 Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process. Job Ad reference: GC674615 Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
