About us:

The Specialist Outpatients Department (SOPD) is a busy, diverse team based across three levels of Rockhampton Hospital, supporting patients across nine major specialties including Cardiology, Dermatology, Ear Nose and Throat, General Surgery, General Medicine, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics and Urology.

With visiting clinics, outreach services and Telehealth appointments, every day brings something different. Our team works closely with services across the hospital and community, including Renal Services, Cancer Care, Allied Health and Community Services, to provide coordinated, patient-focused care.

If you enjoy variety, teamwork and making a difference, SOPD is a great place to be!

About the role:
Works within the Registered Nurse Domains of Practice.
Assumes responsibility for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care.
Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team.
Ensures safe, reliable, and high-quality patient care.
About you:
Promotes safe, high-quality care through best practice, quality improvement, and risk management.
Identifies opportunities to enhance patient care through continuous quality improvement.
Applies solid clinical knowledge and critical thinking to deliver person-centred care.
Maintains contemporary nursing practice through knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures.




What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $127,861 p.a. is comprised of:

An hourly rate between $44.06 - $56.51 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 [email protected]
Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6G688362

Applications close: Monday, 3 August 2026

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📌 Registered Nurse (Specialist Outpatients Department) (Rockhampton)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Rockhampton