Troocoo Healthcare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with Coronary Care Unit (CCU) experience for a short term contract in Mackay, Queensland.

If you're an experienced cardiac nurse looking for your next regional contract, this is a great opportunity to combine specialist nursing experience with the chance to explore one of Queensland's beautiful coastal regions.

About

Mackay Located on the Queensland coast between Brisbane and Cairns, Mackay offers the perfect mix of regional lifestyle and access to some of Queensland's most beautiful natural attractions.

Enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle, beautiful beaches, waterfront dining and easy access to the Whitsunday region, Eungella National Park and the Excellent Barrier Reef. With a warm climate, stunning natural surroundings and plenty to explore on your days off, Mackay is a fantastic destination for a nursing contract.

The Opportunity

- Position: Registered Nurse - Grade 5
- Location: Mackay, QLD
- Unit: Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
- Contract dates: 24/08/2026 - 04/10/2026
- Working days: As per roster
- Working hours: Rotating 8, 10 and 12-hour shifts

About You

You will be an experienced Registered Nurse with recent Coronary Care Unit experience and a solid background in cardiac nursing.

Mandatory Experience

- Previous Coronary Care Unit (CCU) experience

Cardiac Experience - Highly Desirable Experience with:





- Continuous cardiac monitoring
- Haemodynamic monitoring
- ECG interpretation
- Caring for STEMI and NSTEMI patients
- Heart failure management
- Temporary pacing wires
- Inotropes
- Central lines
- Arterial lines
- Pre and post cardiac catheterisation patients, including femoral sheaths
- Non-invasive ventilation, including CPAP/BiPAP
- ieMR

Previous experience working in Australia, Queensland Health and/or Mackay HHS will be highly regarded.

Why Contract with Troocoo Healthcare?

At Troocoo Healthcare, we make contracting simple. Our team supports you throughout the placement process, from registration and compliance through to your contract and ongoing support while you're on assignment.

Whether you're looking for your next regional adventure or simply want to secure your next nursing contract, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your current CV.

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📌 Registered Nurse | Coronary Care Unit | Mackay (Queensland)
🏢 Troocoo
📍 Queensland