Nurse Manager

About the opportunity

The Nurse Manager holds a portfolio and collaborates with Nurse Educators and the leadership team to deliver an evidence-based learning support service for the professional development of undergraduate and post-graduate nurses and midwives at Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

About the Department

Clinical Education Services is a division of the Clinical Education and Research team, delivering a comprehensive range of nursing and midwifery education programs. Portfolios of the team includes graduate nurse and midwifery education, the Clinical Partnership Program supporting undergraduate nurses and midwives, scope of practice, digital learning, occupational violence prevention, ongoing professional development, and research.

The service supports educational initiatives within the wider HHS and aims to enhance staff knowledge and skills with high-quality, accessible training, professional development, and research opportunities to ensure Townsville Hospital and Health Service has a skilled and capable workforce that supports the organisations overarching vision and purpose.

About your new employer

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

Salary range: $ to $ p.f. (NG7)

5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading

Professional Development leave

12.75% employer contribution to superannuation

Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory.

Highly Desirable: Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable. Such experience may be discipline specific or have a service area focus.

Travel: This position may be required to travel to (via small planes or ferry) and work at, other facilities located within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, e.g., participate in clinical activities or meetings for planning, quality, performance and education. This may involve day and/or overnight stays. The successful applicant must be able to commit to this requirement.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Laura Irving on

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Applications close: Monday, 22 September 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the 'Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.