Job Description

Clinical Nurse Consultant - Rheumatic Heart Disease at Queensland Government in New Townsville City, QLD, AU.

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This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

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About the work unit / facility:

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The Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) Service is part of the Cardiac Services at Townsville University Hospital. The team delivers culturally safe, evidence-based care for people living with Rheumatic Heart Disease across Townsville Hospital and Health Service and North West Hospital and Health Service, improving access to coordinated care and better health.

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About your recent employer:

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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.

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Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits:

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Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living, 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.

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Competitive salary and benefits:

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- We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

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- Salary range: $139,951 to $151,949 p.a. (NG7)

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- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave

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- 14%-17.5% loading

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- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation

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- Laundry allowance

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- Salary Sacrificing options may be available

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About your opportunity:

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Join the Rheumatic Heart Disease Service as a Clinical Nurse Consultant and provide advanced clinical leadership, specialist nursing expertise and care coordination. Working across hospital, community and outreach settings, you'll support culturally safe, evidence-based care while leading education, research and quality initiatives.

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Requirements:

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- Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent) and proof of registration (AHPRA)

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- Travel may be a requirement

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- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

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- Probation period may apply.

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- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

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Applications close: Wednesday, 12 August 2026.

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Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant - Rheumatic Heart Disease at Queensland Government (Townsville)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Townsville