About the work unit / facility:
The Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is a five (5) bed paediatric critical care and high dependency care unit, as well as a Paediatric Retrieval Service (Yalurin) which sits within the Women's and Children's Service Group.
About your new employer:
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
Generous remuneration package value up to $96,353 p.a. (NG6-1)
Salary range: $57.48 to $61.55 p.h. (part-time)
4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
About your opportunity:
The clinical nurse in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) provides specialised, round-the-clock care to critically ill infants, children, and adolescents. The clinical nurse monitors, provides support and education on complex medical equipment, administration of medications and treatments, patient assessment, and collaborate closely with the PICU multidisciplinary teams.
Requirements:
Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
Possession of class C drivers' licence.
Travel is a requirement of this role.
Paediatric Advanced Life Support certificate: Must obtain and maintain an annual competency in Advanced Life Support as per THHSCLI040151 Life Support Training and Assessment
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
Probation period may apply.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Michelle Clark on (07) 4433 4128..
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV687848
Applications close: Monday, 27 July 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the 'Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
