The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse (Respiratory) 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 Recent South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Demonstrate advanced leadership experience and ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
Commit to ongoing professional development and sharing knowledge with the team
Actively lead evidence-based and patient focused quality improvement initiatives.
Possess recent and advanced Respiratory experience
Support the advanced management of care for respiratory patients

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
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 serious 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 (54 hours per fortnight)
Base salary ranging from $57.76 - $61.85 per hour

About Us

The 24-bed Respiratory Inpatient Unit is located at B block, level 5 - North (B5N) of the Gold Coast University Hospital. The unit specialises in the care and management of acute respiratory and pulmonary conditions and cystic fibrosis.



The IPU provides a rapidly expanding tertiary level service to adult patients including innovative strategies to support high care respiratory patients. Respiratory higher acuity care includes Non-Invasive Positive Pressure Ventilation (NIPPV) and the ability to provide telemetry monitoring for all patients.

The Respiratory Unit offers a supportive environment to continuously build specialised Respiratory clinical skills and experience. Succession planning is promoted with Respiratory Nurse higher duties experience opportunities. Ongoing education is supported by an Educator and a Clinical Facilitator. Participation is encouraged by a weekly multidisciplinary academic meeting and daily in-service education weekdays.

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 qualified 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 Monday, 30 November 2026

Gold 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: GC696803

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📌 Clinical Nurse (Respiratory) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service
📍 Gold Coast