Clinical Nurse, Gladstone and Central

Clinical Nurse (Child Adolescent Health), Queensland Health Department of Health to Queensland Gladstone, Gladstone and Central QLD Nursing to Community, Maternal and Child Health (Healthcare and Medical) Government to State (Government and Defence) Full time, Part time Add expected salary to your profile for insights Looking for a role where your clinical judgement, leadership and heart come together? As a Clinical Nurse – Child and Adolescent Health, you’ll work alongside families during big life moments, delivering advanced care that influences a child’s early years. Based in Gladstone, this role offers increased scope, real autonomy and the opportunity to lead clinical practice across early childhood health, development and family support programs. You’ll apply advanced clinical judgement, mentor others, contribute to service improvement and grow your leadership capability, supported by strong learning and professional development pathways. This is a chance to expand your scope, grow your leadership and create meaningful outcomes for children and families. Apply now. About us: We provide a range of community health and support services for children and their parents or carers to give every child the best possible start in life. Services may be offered in the home, or in community health centre and clinics. Care is provided by a multidisciplinary team of child health nurses, health workers and early intervention clinicians (either social workers or psychologists). About the role: The Clinical Nurse (CN) provides advanced clinical and problem-solving skills, expert planning, and coordination skills in the clinical management of clients with complex needs, ensuring quality standards are met. The role works autonomously with the healthcare team structure and is pivotal in the planning, managing, and delivering of child health nurse care. The CN provides clinical leadership for professional and clinical practice, education, and research. The role supports in management activities including portfolio responsibilities. About you: Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current practicing certificate. A relevant postgraduate certificate or post graduate diploma desirable position. Where the successful applicant does not currently hold this qualification, commitment to completion within an agreed timeframe is expected and will form part of the performance and development plan. Completion of an immunisation course approved by Queensland Health and the ability to complete Central Queensland credentialing application for immunisation and a lactation consultant qualification would be highly regarded. What we offer: Total remuneration value of up to 135,857 is comprised of: An hourly rate between 56.08 to 60.05 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. Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.