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Are you a passionate nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting?
We're seeking Registered Nurses who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high quality care to Defence members
What's on offer
Work-life balance – predictable hours, finish on time, Christmas & Current Year Leave
Safe, respectful environment – professional, health focused patient cohort
Collaborative team – feel valued and supported in a multidisciplinary team
Quality patient centred care – make a real impact
Civilian role – be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
Practical perks – free parking and scrubs
Wellbeing support – mental health resources and lifestyle discounts
About the Lavarack Health Centre
Lavarack Health Centre is located in Townsville at Lavarack Barracks, the largest Army base in Australia. It includes the Operational Deployment Force and facilities to undertake mission rehearsal exercises prior to deployment. The facility provides primary medical, underwater medical, surgical outpatient, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health, and pharmaceutical care to approximately **** members. It also operates a 24/7 inpatient low dependency ward.



The standard operating hours of the centre are generally ********* Monday – Friday
What you'll do
Cover planned and unplanned leave for the health centre
Deliver high quality primary healthcare, including health assessments and vaccinations or monitor and manage patients in a low dependency ward setting
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including general practitioners, physios, mental health clinicians, and dental professionals
Support Defence members through injury recovery, chronic condition management, and preventative care
What you bring
Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Minimum one year Registered Nurse experience in acute care, primary health care or military setting
Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
Australian Citizenship required (Baseline Security Clearance)
Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient centred care
Ability to work a 24/7 roster
This role is primarily Monday to Friday (day shift) within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Who we are
Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.
Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.
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📌 Registered Nurse (Townsville)
🏢 Serco Canada
📍 Townsville