Take the next step in your nursing career as a Clinical Nurse within Gladstone Hospital’s High Dependency Unit.
Providing care to patients requiring cardiac and haemodynamic monitoring, inotropic support and invasive and non-invasive ventilation, the HDU offers a diverse and rewarding critical care environment.
You’ll deliver advanced nursing care, provide clinical leadership and supervision, support staff development and contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
If you’re an experienced Registered Nurse with advanced clinical skills, strong leadership capabilities and a passion for high-quality patient care, we’d love to hear from you.

Job details Position status Permanent,Temporary
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/GL6I691523
Closing date 22-Sep-2026
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Salary Other
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Contact person Rachel Karner
Contact details (07) 4962 1485
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About us:

Gladstone Hospital's High Dependency Unit (HDU) is a four-bed unit providing acute nursing care for patients requiring a higher level of monitoring and intervention. Operating within a Level 3 Clinical Services Capability Framework, the HDU supports patients until they are stabilised for stepdown to a general ward or prepared for transfer to a tertiary facility. The unit provides cardiac and haemodynamic monitoring, inotropic support and invasive and non-invasive ventilation, alongside external cardiac telemetry monitoring. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, you'll join a team committed to delivering safe, responsive and high-quality care to the Gladstone community

About the role:

As a Clinical Nurse within the High Dependency Unit, you will provide advanced nursing care to patients with complex and high-dependency needs while taking an active leadership role within the team. You'll use your clinical expertise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, provide clinical supervision and education, and support the development of a skilled and capable nursing workforce. You'll also contribute to quality improvement, clinical audits, research and evidence-based practice,



and may work as Clinical Coordinator and MET call responder when rostered.

This is an opportunity to combine hands-on critical care nursing with clinical leadership, education and continuous improvement.

About you:

We're looking for an experienced Registered Nurse who is confident working in complex clinical environments and ready to provide leadership, guidance and support to others. You'll bring advanced clinical assessment and problem-solving skills, solid communication and the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, patients and families. You'll demonstrate a commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice, patient safety and continuous improvement. Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse is mandatory. A relevant postgraduate qualification in critical care is highly regarded, and ventilation competency is advantageous.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $139,931 p.a. is comprised of:

- An hourly rate between $57.76 - $61.85 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: * Contact




- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL6I691523

Applications close: Tuesday, 22 September 2026

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