Clinical Nurse

If you are motivated by autonomous practice and supporting children and adolescents to achieve self-care and independence, this is the job for you. Queensland state school communities strive for student success at all stages of their schooling and need caring and energetic nurses to contribute and guide care. State schools registered nurses apply innovative training methods and network within a school setting to build capability and empower school staff to safely perform health procedures.

The position is prioritised to be based in Mount Isa, however, with negotiation may be based in Townsville. This is a temporary part-time role (0.7FTE or 53.2 hours per fortnight) for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined.

Who We Are
With over 1,200 schools spanning across the state of Queensland, the Department of Education is one of the largest public sector providers, supporting all state school students to meet their educational needs. The department are seeking applications from motivated Registered Nurses to join great teams of multi-disciplinary professionals.

Your Opportunity
State schools registered nurses play a pivotal role in connecting schools with health specialists to create a safe supportive environment for students with health needs. Using advanced critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills, they provide tailored services to primary, secondary and special schools breaking down barriers to enhance wellbeing and bridging the gap between health care and education.

Other Responsibilities

• Form strategic partnerships with schools, health professionals and families as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Build school staff health support confidence through in-service education and training scenarios
• Support capability building, curriculum planning, resource development and school improvement initiatives
• Develop evidence informed methodology to effectively implement across Queensland state schools
• Consult stakeholders to enhance professional decision making and nursing practices
• Actively participate in professional development and reflective practice across a multi-disciplinary sector that values your contribution

For more information please see the attached Role Description and Department of Education State Schools Nursing Service Brochure.
What You Can Expect In Return

• Pay parity in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health and Department of Education) certified agreement (EB
• Salary sacrificing in line with Department of Education benefits
• Flexible work arrangements
• 12.75% super contributions

In addition to the great benefits listed above you will also receive:

• Comprehensive induction program
• Professional development
• Structured/continuous professional supervision
• Peer support and mentoring from senior staff

Travel Requirements
Given the expansive geographical coverage of this role, regular travel involving multi-night stays is essential. You will be required to visit remote communities across the Mt Isa and Gulf regions, travelling by both air and land transport, sometimes at short notice. This includes flying to regional hubs and driving to more isolated locations as needed to support service delivery.

In addition, the role may also involve providing services to schools located outside the Mt Isa and Gulf regions.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How To Apply

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description OR;
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Occupational group
Health - Nursing