Registered Nurse

Join our team in Townsville - Fantastic opportunity to be part of a part of a specialised in-home palliative care team.
Opportunity for experienced RNs to support our clients in Ingraham and Ayr.
Strong clinical support structure for you to growth and develop your expertise in Palliative care
$41.66 - $53.56 per hour + exclusive discounts + Salary packaging benefits

Your part in the team
We have a fantastic opportunity for Registered Nurses with all levels of experience to join our growing team in Townsville, to provide high-quality end-of-life care to clients and their families.
Joining our team, you will be at the forefront of Blue Care's transformative journey to expand palliative care services across the state.
This unique opportunity offers:

a diverse role that combines professional growth in both community services and palliative care.
robust clinical structure and innovative service models, ensuring the delivery of exceptional end-of-life care.

Primarily based in Ingham or Ayr, you will have the opportunity to engage with various communities across Queensland, further enhancing your professional experience.
You will be well supported by the palliative care and the wider Blue Care community service teams, so support is always there Importantly, you will contribute significantly to our core belief that every Queenslander deserves the highest standard of palliative care within the comfort of their own home.
What makes a difference for us

Current Registered Nurse Licence and Registration Certificate in the employing State.
Hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree or an equivalent qualification.
Exhibit mid to senior level proficiency in general nursing, showcasing clinical expertise and a person-centered care approach.
Prior experience or ongoing pursuit of qualifications in palliative care, pain management, or acute care is highly valued.
Demonstrated aptitude in effective communication and collaboration with clients and stakeholders to address care requirements.
Possess a current driver's license and the confidence to navigate rural and remote areas of Queensland.

What makes a difference for you?
With a Blue Nurses legacy dating back to 1953, Blue Care is one of Queensland's largest and most trusted not-for-profit providers of community and in-home care, residential aged care, disability services and retirement living.

Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum
A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others
12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events
Career development opportunities with one of the most trusted community and residential care providers in Australia to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

Start making a difference today
Our application process takes less than 15 minutes – Click the 'APPLY' button to be taken to our online application process and upload your resume and cover letter.
Our team are available to answer any questions you may have.
Diversity & Inclusion
Our approach is simple –everybody is welcome here.
At Uniting Care, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity.
Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, Uniting Care strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.

Safe workplace
We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person.
We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support.
We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.

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