**Joining this brand-new procedural environment means immersing yourself in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team. You will transition from general nursing toward becoming a highly skilled interventional practitioner, supported by dedicated clinical educators.

By stepping into Central Queensland, you will unlock excellent housing purchasing power and short daily drives, giving you more time to enjoy life as our service matures into an exciting 24/7 after-hours on-call model.

About us

Central Queensland Health is transforming regional healthcare to deliver world-class medical outcomes closer to home. Based at Rockhampton Hospital, our expanding Cardiac Services team operates within a highly sophisticated, multidisciplinary model encompassing advanced diagnostic, procedural, and inpatient care. We are committed to fostering connected teams and empowered people, providing a values-led, modern clinical environment where professionals collaborate seamlessly to deliver amazing care to our community.

About the role

Provide safe, compassionate nursing care across the preadmission, procedural, and recovery phases of cardiac procedures.

Perform continuous hemodynamic and cardiac rhythm monitoring, ensuring accurate documentation and timely clinical escalation.

Assist cardiologists during invasive procedures, maintaining strict aseptic techniques and radiation safety protocols.

Administer cardiovascular medications and contrast agents safely in accordance with scope of practice and clinical guidelines.

Educate patients and families regarding procedural expectations, post-care recovery, and ongoing cardiac health.

About you

You hold current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via AHPRA.





You bring a sound understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and the principles of infection prevention and radiation safety.

You demonstrate accountability for your own competence, utilizing reflective practice to continuously enhance your clinical care.

You possess strong collaborative skills, actively contributing to a positive team culture built on mutual respect and open communication.

You are committed to quality processes, patient safety frameworks, and evidence-based clinical improvement.

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

Versatile 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) RK6H689586

Applications close: Wednesday, 9 September 2026

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📌 Registered Nurse (Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory) (Rockhampton)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Rockhampton