Tired of top end humidity, long build-up seasons, and expensive flights south?

The launch of our brand-current, state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory is fast approaching and presents the perfect opportunity to break free. As a Clinical Nurse, you'll lead help lead our service as we aim to bring vital cardiac care closer to home for Central Queenslanders.

Why Make the Move from Darwin?

- Relocation & Accommodation Support: We support your move across borders with relocation assistance for transit costs, short-term accommodation support, and employer visa sponsorship pathways where applicable.

- Seamless East Coast Proximity: Enjoy direct flight connections to Brisbane and major southern capitals, keeping you seamlessly connected to family, friends, and interstate travel networks.

- Sub-Tropical Coastal Living: Swap extreme monsoonal heat for year-round Sunshine State weather—spend weekends exploring Great Keppel Island, pristine Capricorn Coast beaches just 35 minutes away, or hiking Mount Archer tracks.

- Contemporary Regional Practice: Gain broad clinical autonomy within a brand-new facility, backed by family-friendly rosters, supportive leadership, and clear professional development pathways.

- Community & Affordability: Build your financial future faster with lower living costs, affordable property, and a welcoming regional community.

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 advanced clinical nursing care and expert practice guidance across all preadmission, procedural, and recovery phases.

- Lead clinical decision-making, advanced patient monitoring, and the proactive escalation of clinical deterioration.

- Coordinate and optimize patient flow, staffing, and clinical activities to support efficient daily Cath Lab operations.

- Deliver expert procedural support to cardiologists during invasive interventions while maintaining strict aseptic and radiation safety.

- Mentor and supervise nursing staff, graduates, and students, driving a continuous learning culture across the unit.

About you:

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

- You possess advanced clinical and problem-solving skills, backed by deep knowledge of contemporary interventional cardiology practice.

- You demonstrate proven clinical leadership, using critical thinking and effective communication to foster shared decision-making.

- You are an active contributor to quality initiatives, clinical audits,



and the integration of evidence-based research into practice.

- You embody professional integrity, showing deep empathy and respect toward patients, families, and your multidisciplinary peers.

What we offer:

Total base remuneration value of up to $139,252 p.a. is comprised of:

- A base hourly rate between $57.48 - $61.55 p.h.

- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

- 17.5% leave loading

You can also expect:

- A relocation and accommodation package to help support your move

- Generous Salary Sacrificing Options - no share/splits on tax savings here (within limits of course).

- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety - Pair family friendly rostering practices with your short commutes!

- Professional Development opportunities with pathways for progression.

- 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:

1. Contact

2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6H

Applications close: Wednesday 9 September 2026

📌 Clinical Nurse (Cardiac Cath Lab) (Darwin)
🏢 Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
📍 Darwin