Opportunity

Rural and Remote Connect proudly stands as the sole Queensland Health nursing agency filling critical staffing gaps across Queensland and the Torres Strait's remote locations.

Lead with purpose as our Director of Nursing / Facility Manager. This pivotal role offers the autonomy to make informed clinical decisions within established nursing, policy, and regulatory frameworks, while working collaboratively across leadership groups and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. 

You'll partner closely with nursing and midwifery executives to drive both clinical and corporate governance, champion the principles of clinical governance, and apply your professional expertise to shape high‑quality, safe, and effective care.

You need to have Australian working rights to join our highly experienced and diverse team.

Offering contracts of up to 12 weeks in locations that many can only dream of visiting.

Enjoy great rates, generous employer contributions to your superannuation, free accommodation, paid travel, and education opportunities.

Our dedicated nursing and administrative team are here to support you every step of the way.

What's on offer:

• Various contracts up to 12 weeks in rural and remote locations throughout Queensland
• Generous QH Casual rates plus a Rural and Remote Connect incentive:
  • $112.45 to $120.47 p.h. (Nurse Grade 9)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Travel and accommodation will be provided

Requirements:

• Proof of qualification, registration with AHPRA and a current practising certificate are mandatory requirements.
• Current working rights within Australia.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, Tuberculosis and Japanese Encephalitis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted; including NDIS worker screening.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession of relief nursing providing exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact Chris McIntosh on (07) 4433 5476 or email [email protected].

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-RRC676350

Applications will be reviewed regularly and appointments made as successful candidates are identified.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

About the work unit / facility

The Nursing and Midwifery Staffing Team (NMST) provides flexible staffing solutions across Townsville University Hospital and affiliated community units. As part of the nursing pool, you will work across diverse clinical areas on a shift-by-shift basis, ensuring quality care and continuity for patients. Permanent employees enjoy guaranteed rostered hours and exposure to a wide range of specialties.

About your new employer

Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.

We offer:

• Clinical Excellence: Work in Northern Australia's largest tertiary hospital with access to advanced clinical practices.
• Career Growth: Benefit from structured development pathways and education opportunities.
• Supportive Culture: Join a collaborative team environment that values inclusion and professional support.
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the lifestyle benefits of North Queensland.

Competitive salary and benefits

• Salary between $2730.40 – $2897.80 per fortnight (Nurse Grade 3).
• 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14-17.5% loading.
• Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.

Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.

About your opportunity

As an Enrolled Nurse within NMST, you will deliver person-centred care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, working across multiple clinical areas. This role offers variety, professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic healthcare environment.

This Expression of Interest collects a variety of information that will help the Townsville Hospital and Health Service identify potentially suitable applicants for future Nursing and Midwifery Staffing Team employment opportunities.

If deemed suitable your details will remain in the Clinical Talent Pool for a period of 12 months and you will be contacted further by the Nursing and Midwifery Staffing Team at the time an opportunity arises.

Further participation in other recruitment selection processes (for example written application and/or interview) to further assess suitability for appointment to a specific position may be required. Specialty skills will be assessed to determine eligibility for available positions. 

Requirements

• Diploma of Nursing and current registration with AHPRA.
• Evidence of vaccination against VPDs as per Queensland Health policy.
• Ability to work all shifts, including participation in an on-call roster.
• National Police Certificate for Aged Care compliance.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check or Yellow Card.
• A probationary period may apply.

Application details

Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact:

Tina Thompson on (07) 4433 3495.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 2 December 2026.

Submit your application via https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV670985, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.