About us:

At Bolton Clarke Sunset Ridge Residential Aged Care Home, the 30-bed Interim Care Unit provides 24-hour support for people who are medically ready to leave hospital but are not yet able to return home.

Across its two wings, Seahorse (secure) and Starfish (non-secure), the team delivers ongoing maintenance care while helping patients navigate their next stage of care and prepare for a transition into a Residential Aged Care Home. The focus is on providing a secure, supportive environment where people receive the care they need while their longer-term accommodation is arranged.

About the role:

- Provide safe, patient-centred nursing care under the direction and supervision of Registered Nurses.
- Assist with patient assessments, care planning and monitoring, promptly reporting and documenting changes in patient needs and responses to care.
- Support daily living needs, including meals, fluids and mobility, while encouraging residents to maintain their independence.
- Maintain a clean, safe and well-stocked care environment, including equipment cleaning, waste disposal and replenishment of supplies.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, communicating effectively with patients, families and colleagues while upholding CQ Health values, the Aged Care Quality Standards and AN-ACC requirements.

About you:

- While not mandatory, relevant qualifications are highly desirable; Previous experience in residential aged care or a healthcare setting, well regarded.
- An understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards and the ability to apply them through safe, resident-centred care.




- Strong observation skills and the ability to implement delegated nursing care, recognise changing resident needs and respond appropriately.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement and ongoing professional development.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $87,247 p.a. is comprised of:

- An hourly rate between $35.22 - $38.56 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

- Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
- Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport

Vaccine 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.

How to apply:

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.
- Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:
1. Contact *@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6K696429

Applications close: Thursday, 19 November 2026

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📌 Assistant in Nursing (Sunset Ridge) (Zilzie)
🏢 Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service
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