About us: Day Surgery Services manages the Preadmission Clinic, Day Surgery Ward, Endoscopy Unit (Procedure Room), Post Anaesthetic Recovery Unit (Recovery) and support is given to the Clinical Nurse in the Acute Pain Service. These components of the Day Surgery Services collaborate as an integrated Day Surgery Service. The Pre-Admission consists of 6 consult rooms with a 10-chair waiting area. Day Surgery consists of a 10 bed and 7 recliner open plan unit. The Post Anaesthetic Care Unit has 9 bays which receives from 5 Operating Theatres, 2 Procedure Rooms as well as the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) suite. Both elective and emergency surgical patients are managed within the service. About the role: The Registered Nurse (RN) within Day Surgery Services provides safe, compassionate clinical care, collaborating effectively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The RN employs reflective and analytical approaches to nursing practice, encompassing comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of direct, person-centred care. Through ongoing professional development, the RN progressively advances from a graduate to a highly skilled practitioner, continuously enhancing their clinical expertise and knowledge. About you: The successful applicant will hold a tertiary degree qualification such as a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent. Current nursing registration though the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is also a requirement for this position. What we offer: Total remuneration value of up to $105,045 p.a. is comprised of: An hourly rate between $42.98 - $55.13 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. For assistance: Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au * Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6A674694 Applications close: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 Rockhampton
