RN - Mackay Base Hospital - General Surgical Unit (GSU)

Mackay Base Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the General Surgical Unit on a six-week contract role. Based in Mackay, Queensland, this position offers the chance to work in a dynamic acute surgical environment with a rotating roster of 8 and 12-hour shifts, working a maximum of 80 hours per fortnight. The role begins on 12 October 2026 and runs through to 22 November 2026, with flexibility to support other wards as needed.

- Six-week contract in a busy acute surgical ward with exposure to perioperative care
- Rotating 8 and 12-hour shifts, maximum 80 hours per fortnight
- Based in Mackay, QLD with potential to pool across other wards for variety and flexibility

Preferred Requirements

- Minimum three years' experience working in an acute surgical ward and perioperative setting




- Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills in a surgical context
- Ability to work effectively within a rotating shift pattern and adapt to changing ward priorities
- Sound communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary surgical teams
- Flexibility to support other wards when required and contribute to broader hospital operations

Preferred Qualifications

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Grade 5)
- Familiarity with Queensland ieMR or similar electronic medical record systems
- Previous experience working within Queensland Health or Mackay Health and Hospital Service

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📌 RN - Mackay Base Hospital - General Surgical Unit (GSU) (Mackay Regional)
🏢 JPS Recruitment Group
📍 Mackay Regional