Are you an experienced and motivated Clinical Nurse Consultant looking to make a meaningful difference in patient outcomes? Hervey Bay Hospital is seeking dynamic and innovative clinicians to lead our Post Operative Discharge Support Service within Surgical Services & Intensive Care. In this rewarding role, you will provide expert clinical leadership, coordinate postoperative discharge planning, and support patients transitioning safely from hospital to home. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will help ensure high-quality, patient-centred care that reduces avoidable readmissions and enhances the patient experience.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time,Part time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 7
Workplace Location Wide Bay
Job ad reference QLD/H2608WB689526
Closing date 27-Aug-2026
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Contact person Nikki Hoppener
Contact details 0428 495 830
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Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

- The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) is a clinical leader, accountable at an advanced practice level for the coordination of patient centred clinical practice specific to Post Operative Discharge Support Service (PODSS).
- The CNC demonstrates sound knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and theory and provides clinical leadership, advice and advocacy to a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for the facilitation and provision of quality and cost effective nursing and/or midwifery services which are consistent with contemporary standards, guidelines, relevant legislation and best practice.
- Maintain a close relationship with the Nursing Director Surgical Services and Intensive Care, Clinical Directors, key stakeholders and community services.
- The CNC will report to the Nursing Director Surgical Services and Intensive Care.

Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) and Permanent Part Time Position (25 hours p.f.).

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:





You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $174,208 p.a., comprising salary between $140,631 - $152,684 p.a. (f/t) or salary rates between $70.92 - $77.00 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 7) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f., and Permanent Part Time Position, 25 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2608WB689526

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:

- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Access to extensive

options to maximise your take-home pay * Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave
- Adaptable work arrangements to support work–life balance
- The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Fraser Coast, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Fraser Coast

The , known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed , the location of incredible encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of .

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Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

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