Job Description
About us:
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The Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department is a 24/7 adult and paediatric ED and the major referral centre for Central and Central West Queensland.
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With 14 acute treatment areas, 3 resuscitation bays, Fast Track and a 12-bed Short Stay Unit, there's plenty of variety and plenty of opportunity to make a difference. We see around 145 patients every day, from everyday emergencies to complex trauma and critically unwell patients.
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As the region's major referral centre, we work closely with the Royal Flying Doctor Service and care for patients from diverse communities across Central Queensland.
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Our team is backed by 24/7 Radiology and Pathology, as well as experienced medical and nursing staffAbout the role: Take your nursing career to the next level. As a Nurse Practitioner Candidate, you'll build the expert knowledge, clinical skills and confidence needed for autonomous Nurse Practitioner practice.
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Every shift brings something different. You'll work across the Emergency Department, caring for patients with a wide range of presentations, acuity and complexity.
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You won't do it alone. Enjoy structured mentorship, supervision and professional support as you develop your advanced clinical, leadership and decision-making skills. Help shape the future of emergency care. You'll teach, lead, support research and quality improvement, and once endorsed, contribute to the expanding 7-day NP-led Rapid Track service.
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About you:
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You're an AHPRA-registered Registered Nurse, currently enrolled in a Master of Nurse Practitioner program and working towards NP endorsement.
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You bring 4+ years of advanced nursing practice at Clinical Nurse Specialist level or above in a regional or tertiary ED, plus a relevant postgraduate qualification in Emergency or Acute Care.
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You build strong, culturally respectful relationships, communicate with confidence and compassion, and know how to navigate challenging situations with professionalism and tact.
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You're curious, innovative and action-oriented, with the confidence to make sound decisions, embrace change, support your team and turn great ideas into action.
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What we offer:
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Total remuneration value of up to $174,208 p.a. is comprised of: An hourly rate between $70.92 - $77.00 p.h.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingAdditional Benefits: Ongoing Professional Development and Education OpportunitiesFlexible Work-Life Balance and VarietyGenerous Salary Sacrificing OptionsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine 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.
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How to apply:
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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.
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Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
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For assistance: Contact Recruitment.
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[email protected] the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6I692742Applications close: Sunday, 11 October 2026#RockhamptonThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
📌 Nurse Practitioner Candidate (Emergency Department) (Rockhampton)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Rockhampton