Clinical Nurse Alcohol, Tobacco And Other Drug Service

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Health - Nursing
• Classification: Nurse Grade 6 (1)
• Workplace Location: North West Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/MI660722
• Closing date: 14-Oct-2025
• Yearly salary: $107960 - $115604
• Job duration: Permanent full-time
• Contact person: Ruth Dewar
• Contact details: (07) 4744 9100. Access the National Relay Service

North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS)

• Unique locations
• Friendly communities
• Regional, rural and remote incentives

Working with us

• For 1 year you will receive an isolation bonus of AUD$3,500. If you stay for 2 years you will receive AUD$10,500, and for the 3rd year (and every year after that) you will receive AUD$7,000.
• Base salary ranges between AUD$107,960 and AUD$115,604 p.a. (Nurse Grade 6 (Band 1)).
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Long Service Leave and Sick Leave accrual.
• Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are available.

In your downtime, we will provide 2 return airfares per year (including spouse/dependents) to the nearest east coast provincial city in conjunction with your recreation leave; we offer 5 weeks per annum with a 17.5% loading/bonus.

Professionally, our HHS values professionalism, leadership capability, excellence and resilience in our staff. We are committed to providing extraordinary opportunities for career development including in-house training, development and mentoring programs.

Plus 2 weeks per annum, travel as required and enrolment and conference costs for approved courses and conferences. We also offer staff accommodation (if eligible) or a private rental subsidy of AUD$82.50 per week for up to 17 months.

Mornington Island Hospital is a remote Level 2 hospital under the Rural and Remote Clinical Services Capability Framework. The facility provides 24-hour acute inpatient and accident and emergency care. Staffing consists of a medical officer and registered nurses on each shift 24 hours a day, with administration support, cleaners and maintenance workers. Mornington Island Hospital consists of 8 general medical beds and 4 Emergency department beds. Mornington Island is home to some world-renowned Indigenous Artist.

About the role

Permanent full-time position available.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (ATODS) is a multidisciplinary team providing a wide range of public health and clinical interventions to reduce the risks and harms associated with substance use.

We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse (CN) to bring advanced clinical expertise, strong problem-solving, and exceptional planning and coordination skills to our team. In this role, you will: provide high-quality care for patients, residents, and clients with complex mental health needs; deliver a wide range of drug and alcohol services to individuals, families, groups, and the wider community; ensure the highest standards of clinical practice are met.

Requirements

• Mandatory requirements are a relevant tertiary degree qualification and appropriate registration/licences.
• C Class Motor Vehicle Licence.
• Pre-employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
• This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis.
• A period of probation may apply.

Interested?

Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation.

Apply ONLINE: 14-Oct-2025 or visit the role page at the following URL: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-MI660722

Contact: Ruth Dewar on 07 4744 9100

Applications close: Tuesday, 14 October 2025

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Our vision is to be Queensland's leading HHS delivering excellence in remote healthcare to our patients, working as an integral part of the community. We are an equal opportunity employer.