Clinical Nurse (Emergency)

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service

Join our Gladstone Emergency Department and become part of a supportive, high-performing team delivering 24/7 emergency care to a growing regional community. With around 35,000 presentations each year, you'll experience a diverse and rewarding caseload across all ages, from urgent care to critical emergencies.

Serving more than 62,000 residents across the Gladstone region, our department offers variety, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact every day. With exciting plans for a dedicated paediatric zone, there's never been a better time to join us.

About the role:

  • Provide advanced clinical care and leadership by delivering high-quality, evidence-based nursing care, managing complex patient needs, and supporting clinical decision-making within the team.
  • Lead and coordinate nursing teams, acting as shift coordinator or team leader, providing guidance and support to Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, and other healthcare staff.
  • Promote safe, quality healthcare through adherence to professional standards, policies, quality improvement initiatives, and best-practice patient care.
  • Support education and workforce development by mentoring, supervising, educating, and upskilling nursing staff to foster a skilled and capable workforce.
  • Drive innovation and professional practice through participation in research, clinical audits, policy development, and implementing evidence-based improvements to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.

About you:

  • Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), supported by a relevant postgraduate qualification or a commitment to completing one within an agreed timeframe.
  • Bring your proven ability to provide strong clinical leadership, mentor and support staff, and contribute to a culture of excellence, integrity, and professional nursing practice.
  • Demonstrate advanced clinical expertise and critical thinking skills, enabling the delivery and coordination of high-quality, person-centred care in complex and fast-paced healthcare environments.
  • Highly developed communication, consultation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and effectively manage negotiation and conflict resolution.
  • Bring your demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional patient outcomes through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care, while contributing to continuous improvement and organisational success.

Total remuneration value of up to $139,252 p.a. is comprised of:

  • An hourly rate between $57.48 - $61.55 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
  • Professional development allowance
  • Professional development leave
  • 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.

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 ***email_hidden***
  • Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL6F685626

Applications close: Tuesday, 14 July 2026

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Further information

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