School Based Youth Health Nurse Cunnamulla, Queensland Health

6 days ago


Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $98,765 - $123,456 per year

South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a School Based Youth Health Nurse to join our team at Cunnamulla, Western Queensland.

Join us in building better health in the bush

Your opportunity

The School Based Youth Health Nurse (SBYHN) is a clinical nurse who contributes to the prevention of illness and injury in young people through the establishment and delivery of health optimisation programs and the provision of health information, brief health intervention and referral for State Secondary School students. Utilising primary health care strategies, the SBYHN supports the health and well-being of school students and the broader school community.

In addition, the SBYHN applies clinical expertise and professional capabilities to effectively support State Schools in addressing the changing and complex needs of young people through a whole of school approach to health promotion that achieves optimal health and wellbeing outcomes for young people.

The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.

Cunnamulla is a designated Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package (RANIP) site in accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health) Award – State 2015. This attracts additional entitlements which may include:

  • An annual isolation bonus paid annually
  • Return airfares to the nearest provincial city in conjunction with leave
  • Additional annual leave per annum

Please note: Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) implications may apply, it is recommended that individuals seek independent financial advice.

If you are looking for a sea change, you might find your home away from home in the outback town of Cunnamulla. Surfing the sand dunes, relaxing in the artesian springs nearby, having a mudbath at Eulo, exploring national parks and fishing the Warrego river are all on the agenda in this red dirt outback escape.

What we can do for you

Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.

Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.

  • Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
  • Join a healthcare team focused on delivering quality patient services
  • The opportunity to change people's lives and really make a difference

Be a part of something bigger

South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.

Take a look at what Cunnamulla has to offer ( ) & ( )

For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service


  • Nurse Educator

    1 week ago


    Western Downs Regional, Australia beBeeCompassion Full time $90,000 - $120,000

    About the RoleThis is a School Based Youth Health Nurse position based in Dalby, Darling Downs region. The successful candidate will service State Secondary Schools in Dalby, Tara, Miles, Taroom, and Wandoan.Key ResponsibilitiesPromoting health and preventing illness among young people through education, early intervention, and care planning.Building trusted...


  • Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $90,000 - $114,000 per year

    Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing other than in rural and remote Queensland.Pathways to better health for our North West communities.Unique locationsFriendly communitiesRegional, rural and remote $$$ incentivesWorking with usfor 1 year will get you an isolation bonus of AUD$3,500. If you stay for 2 years you will get AUD$10,500...


  • Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

    South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a Dental Assistant to join our team in the South WestJoin us in building better health in the bushYour opportunityWhen employed as a Clinical Assistant within the South West Hospital and Health Service, you will work as part of the Dental Team to assist in the provision of Oral Health...


  • Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $82,753 - $106,144 per year

    Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing other than in rural and remote Queensland.Unique locationsFriendly communitiesRegional, rural and remote $$$ incentivesWorking with usFor 1 year will get you an isolation bonus of AUD$3,500. If you stay for 2 years you will get AUD$10,500… and for your 3rd year (and every year after that) you...


  • Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $107,960 - $115,604 per year

    Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity of nursing other than in rural and remote Queensland.Unique locationsFriendly communitiesRegional, rural and remote $$$ incentivesWorking with usFor 1 year will get you an isolation bonus of AUD$3,500. If you stay for 2 years you will get AUD$10,500… and for your 3rd year (and every year after that) you...


  • Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

    South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Project Officer to join our Governance Strategy & Performance Team within SWHHS.Join us in building better health in the bushYour opportunityThe Principal Project Officer position gives the successful candidate the opportunity to demonstrate their advanced knowledge of Project...


  • Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $107,960 - $115,604 per year

    This is your opportunity to contribute to our vision of creating:Pathways to better health for our North West communities.Unique locationsFriendly communitiesRegional, rural and remote $$$ incentivesWorking with usFor 1 year will get you an isolation bonus of AUD$3,500. If you stay for 2 years you will get AUD$10,500… and for your 3rd year (and every year...


  • Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a Manager Organisational Development to join our People and Culture Team in Roma, Western Qld.Flexible remote work arrangements maybe considered for this role.Join us in building better health in the bushYour opportunityAs the Manager Organisational Development, Roma Western Qld, you will...


  • Western Downs, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $80,000 - $105,000 per year

    South West Hospital and Health Service have an opportunity for a Senior Project Officer Digital Transform to join the Information Communication and Technology team based in Roma, Western Qld.Join us in building better health in the bushYour opportunityAs a Senior Project Officer Digital Transform, Roma Western Qld, you will manage low/medium scaled...


  • Western Downs, Australia South West Hospital and Health Service Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

    Your opportunityThe Mental Health Triage Clinical Nurse Role is pivotal to the mental health service, representing the first point of contact for people seeking assistance. The Clinical Nurse practices autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team to provide mental health services within a rural / remote health service setting.The Mental Health Triage...