An opportunity exists for an experienced and client focused Clinical Nurse (Ophthalmology Clinic) to join the Surgical Outpatients team.

This is a permanent full-time position, primarily working Monday - Friday dayshift.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV693383
Closing date 11-Oct-2026
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Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Permanent full-time
Contact person Amanda Brown
Contact details (07) 4433 3679
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About the opportunity

The Clinical Nurse in Surgical Outpatients provides clinical expertise, support and education to both patients and nursing staff, to ensure the delivery of best practice and high-quality patient care. The role work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support the coordination of care throughout Surgical Outpatients.

This position is primarily a Monday to Friday daytime role within Surgical Outpatients. However, the successful applicant has the opportunity to work across other shift types such as post op weekend clinic as required in supporting service delivery.

About the Department

The Surgical Clinics facilitate specialist outpatient services for Ophthalmology, General and Breast Surgery, Neurosurgery, Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT), Vascular, Facio-Maxillary, Orthopaedic, Plastic Surgery, Urology, and Preadmission services. Surgical Outpatients also provides Plaster Technicians, Stomal Therapist and Colorectal services within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS). Surgical Clinics has approximately 4000 occasions of service (OOS) per month.

About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a dynamic and supportive environment with access to advanced clinical practice, specialised expertise, and opportunities to work within a leading tertiary service. We are committed to ongoing career development, providing structured career pathways,



education and training programs, and strong partnerships with James Cook University.

Our organisation promotes a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, where staff are supported to grow, contribute, and thrive. Located in North Queensland, we offer the benefits of a regional lifestyle, including short commutes, affordable living, and access to diverse urban, rural, and coastal communities—supporting a healthy work/life balance.

Role requirements

- Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.
- Highly Desirable: Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable. Such experience may be discipline specific or have a service area focus.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and .

- Salary range: $4390.00 - $4700.90 p.f. (NG6-1)
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Locality and Uniform allowance
- Professional Development allowance and leave
- Plus

options may be available

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Enquiries are welcome: Amanda Brown on (07) 4433 3679

Applications close: Sunday, 11 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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