The Role An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse (Alcohol and Other Drugs) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

- Provide specialist Alcohol and Other Drugs Services (AODS) interventions to consumers in the Emergency Department (ED) and medical/mental health wards
- Make recommendations for treatment from an AODS perspective
- Assess AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) and mental health risks within an acute environment
- Understand hospital processes and network with teams
- Work proactively with hospital staff to reduce stigma associated with substance misuse

About you To be successful in this position you will require:

- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
- AHPRA Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia (Nurses only)
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of responsible discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading

Salary

- Permanent part time (64 hours per fortnight)
- Base salary ranging from $57.76 - $61.85 per hour

About Us The Gold Coast AODS service is a specialist service that provides a range of treatments for the severe and complex drug and alcohol individuals and families.



Gold Coast Health Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) service provides a range of community based AOD programs and a Consultation Liaison service which include;

- Assessment, treatment & referral to other relevant agencies in both community and hospital settings.
- Counselling & Group Programs
- Advice and support regarding withdrawal management
- Brief intervention and treatment recommendations to consumers presenting to Emergency Department (ED) or admitted to medical wards.
- Support & Case Management
- Information and education
- Pharmacotherapy
- Community engagement forums for families, carers and key stakeholders
- Specialist AOD Training for service providers

About Gold Coast Health

- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 2 October 2026Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC692709

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.

📌 Clinical Nurse (Alcohol and Other Drugs) (Southport)
🏢 Gold Coast Hospital u0026 Health Service
📍 Southport