Clinical Nurse

3 days ago

Northern QLD, Australia Townsville Hospital and Health Service Full time $85,000 - $107,000 per year
About the work unit

The Drug and Alcohol Brief Intervention Team (DABIT) is part of the Consultation Liaison Psychiatry and Addictions Service within the Mental Health Service Group. DABIT provides specialist alcohol and other drug (AOD) interventions to patients presenting to the Emergency Department, offering triage, screening, brief interventions, and referrals to ongoing care.

About your new employer

Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.

We offer:

  • Clinical Excellence: Delivering evidence-based AOD care in a fast-paced emergency setting.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities to develop specialist skills and pursue postgraduate qualifications.
  • Supportive Culture: Work within a multidisciplinary team focused on recovery-oriented care.
  • Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible rosters and the lifestyle benefits of North Queensland.
Competitive salary and benefits

Remuneration is $4138.10–$ per fortnight (Nurse Grade 6 Band 1).

Additional benefits include salary sacrificing options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.

About your opportunity

This is a Fixed Term Temporary full-time position from 30 October 2025 to 13 September 2026, with the possibility of a 12-month extension.

Requirements
  • Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration.
  • Experience in AOD or acute mental health settings.
  • Vaccination requirements as per Queensland Health policy.
  • Possession of a Class C driver's licence.
  • Eligibility for Authorised Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) status desirable.
Application details

Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Sarah Eaglesham on

Closing Date: Wednesday, 1 October 2025

Submit your application via , include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.

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