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Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV690987
Closing date 07-Oct-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Permanent full-time or permanent part-time
Contact person Jocelyn Wooller
Contact details (07) 4433 3000
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About the work unit:

The Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit (AAMHIU) is a 38-bed acute inpatient service located at The Townsville Hospital. The unit delivers specialised care to consumers experiencing acute episodes of mental illness. The unit is a recovery focused service, providing safe and contemporary care in a least restrictive setting. The unit operates on the principles of a multi-disciplinary approach. The AAMHIU is a locked facility to maximise the safety of our patients, with services provided either in the 30 bed Low Dependency Unit (LDU) with gender-specific living areas or in the 8 bed High Dependency Unit (HDU).

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous career development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering adaptable work arrangements,



stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and .

- Salary range: $80,016 to $116,189 p.a. (NG6-1).
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading.
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
- Plus

options may be available.

About your opportunity:

The Clinical Nurse will work collaboratively with consumers and multi-disciplinary professionals to provide clinical care and a therapeutic environment conducive to the dignity and well-being of consumers and carers within the Mental Health Service.

All staff within the Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other area's of the service.

Requirements:

- Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
- Possession of class C drivers' licence.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
- Probation period may apply.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Jocelyn Wooller on (07) 4433 3000.

Apply ONLINE:

Applications close: Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

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