# Registered Nurse**Queensland Health** (Organisation site) Acute Adult Mental Health Inpatient Unit, Townsville University Hospital## | || --- || **Exciting opportunities available now with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.** |## Job details| | || --- | --- || Position status | Permanent || Position type | Full-time || Occupational group | Health - Nursing || Classification | Nurse Grade 5 || Workplace Location | Townsville region || Job ad reference | QLD/TV****** || Closing date | 27-Oct-**** || Fortnightly salary | $******* - $******* || Total remuneration | $****** up to $****** || Job duration | Permanent Full-time (Two positions available) || Contact person | Jocelyn Wooller || Contact details | ************** Access the National Relay Service |**About the work unit / facility**The Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit (AAMHIU) is a 36-bed acute inpatient service located at The Townsville Hospital. The unit provides specialised care to consumers experiencing acute episodes of mental illness and delivers recovery-focused, contemporary care within a safe, least restrictive environment. Operating under a multidisciplinary model of care, the AAMHIU is a secure facility designed to maximise patient safety. Services are provided across a 28-bed Low Dependency Unit, which includes gender-specific living areas, and an 8-bed High Dependency Unit.**About your employer**Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment where you'll be supported to deliver high-quality care while developing your career.As a leading tertiary and referral service, we provide exposure to complex cases, advanced clinical practice and multidisciplinary teamwork. You'll have access to ongoing professional development, education and training, with strong links to James Cook University (JCU) supporting your growth.We offer clear career pathways, with opportunities to specialise, develop leadership capabilities, or expand your experience across other areas,



supported by mentorship and professional development programs.Our organisation is known for its inclusive, supportive culture and strong sense of community. You'll enjoy the benefits of a regional lifestyle with short commutes, a close-knit team workplace, and access to both urban and rural healthcare settings.Located in beautiful North Queensland, Townsville HHS offers a relaxed lifestyle with affordable living, stunning natural surroundings and outdoor activities, supporting a positive work/life balance.**Competitive salary and benefits:**We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.* Base salary range: $87,790 to $112,607 p.a. (Nurse Grade 5)* 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading* *****% employer contribution to superannuation* On-call and shift allowances (where applicable)* Professional development allowance + dedicated leave* Plus a range of salary packaging options to increase take-home pay**About your opportunity**In this role, you will provide high-quality nursing care to patients and their families within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members and other internal and external stakeholders to support the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care.*Please refer to the Role Description for further details.***Apply now and join a dedicated team delivering recovery-focused mental health care.**Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Jocelyn Wooller on **************.Apply ONLINE: close: Tuesday, 27 Octoboer ****.*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.## Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.## DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.* QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF) Info Sheet\_Document Preparation-new candidates (PDF) NG5 Registered Nurse (AAMHIU) ******** (PDF)
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📌 Registered Nurse (Townsville)
🏢 Health
📍 Townsville