About us:

With significant redevelopment and expansion underway, Rockhampton Hospital's cardiac services are set to become a regional centre of excellence and major referral hub for Central Queensland. The service will include a new state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory with six recovery beds, a dedicated transoesophageal echocardiography and cardioversion procedure room, an expanded Cardiac Investigations Unit and a new 12-bed cardiology ward. Our team uses a multidisciplinary model to deliver integrated specialist care across the cardiac care continuum, providing comprehensive diagnostic, procedural, inpatient and outpatient services through:

- Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (CCL) and recovery

- Coronary Care Unit

- Cardiology Ward

- Cardiac Investigations Unit (CIU)

- Heart Failure Support Service

- Cardiac Rehabilitation (inpatient and outpatient)

- Chest Pain Assessment Service

- Better Cardiac Care program supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients

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About the role:

- Deliver comprehensive, person-centred cardiac nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation, responding confidently to changes in patients' conditions.

- Practise with professional autonomy and accountability, working within NMBA standards, legislation, CQHHS policies and evidence-based clinical practice.

- Collaborate across the multidisciplinary team, working closely with Nursing, Medical and Allied Health professionals and coordinating care to achieve positive patient outcomes.

- Support education, development and continuous improvement, providing education to patients, families and colleagues while contributing to learning, quality improvement and policy activities.

- Demonstrate leadership and evidence-based practice, incorporating current research into care,



contributing to improved care pathways and acting as a team/shift coordinator when required.

About you:

- Current AHPRA Registered Nurse registration, with a cardiac nursing postgraduate qualification or willingness to work towards would be well regarded.

- Solid clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care while responding safely to rapidly changing patient needs.

- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, working effectively with patients, families, Nursing,

- Commitment to professional practice and improvement, demonstrating critical thinking, ongoing professional development and evidence-based care.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $128,480 p.a. is comprised of:

- An hourly rate between $44.27 - $56.79 p.h.

- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution

- 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

- Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities

- Flexible 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

1. Contact [email protected]

2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6H690488

Applications close: Tuesday, 1 September 2026

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📌 Registered Nurse (Coronary Care and Cardiology) - Cardiac Services (Rockhampton)
🏢 Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
📍 Rockhampton