Clinical Nurse Consultant

Clinical Nurse Consultant (General Medicine), Queensland Health Be part of something new at Rockhampton Hospital Join our new Medical Assessment and Planning Unit (MAPU) and General Medicine team during this exciting time for the community. As a Clinical Nurse Consultant, you will lead acute medical care across the 12-bed MAPU and Medical Ward Level 4, supporting timely, multidisciplinary patient management. This is a dynamic time as we launch our new unit and expand our clinical team. We are seeking a motivated Clinical Nurse Consultant to lead and support patient care. Relocation assistance and short-term accommodation may be available (conditions apply). About us The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) for General Medicine oversees acute medical care across Medical Ward Level 4 and the 12-bed Medical Assessment and Planning Unit (MAPU). General Medicine at Rockhampton Hospital provides 24/7 care for acute and chronic medical conditions and is the major referral centre for Central Queensland and Central West. Services include stroke and TIA management, high‑dependency care, step‑down coronary and intensive care, telemetry, delirium, renal care, infectious diseases, and alcohol/drug detoxification. The Medical Ward has 32 beds, including 5 prioritised for stroke, with care delivered through a multidisciplinary team. The MAPU streamlines assessment and management for patients requiring timely, multidisciplinary intervention, easing pressure on the ED, reducing length of stay, and improving patient outcomes. About the role The role provides clinical leadership across General Medicine by supporting orientation, supervision, and performance management in collaboration with the MAPU ANUM and Medical NUM. As a senior clinician, you will contribute to developing, implementing, and evaluating policies and programs that enhance clinical service delivery, while ensuring compliance with contemporary HR practices and organisational standards. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, you will drive clinical practice improvement, lead quality initiatives, and align evidence‑based practice with the quality framework. The position also involves maintaining current clinical knowledge, acting as a resource, mentor, and role model, and fostering a collaborative team culture supported by strong communication and change‑management skills. About you Registration as a nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and a current practising certificate are mandatory. While not mandatory, a relevant postgraduate diploma or master’s degree is highly desirable. Where the successful applicant does not currently hold this qualification, commitment to completion within an agreed timeframe is expected and will form part of the performance and development plan. What we offer Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 is comprised of: An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 per hour. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution. 17.5% leave loading. Additional Benefits Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities. Flexible Work‑Life Balance and Variety. Generous Salary Sacrificing Options.Paid Parental Leave. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Discounted Private Health Insurance. Fitness Passport. Vaccine Preventable Diseases requirements It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine‑preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description. How to apply To apply, please submit the following: Your current CV or resume, including referees. A cover letter (1‑2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description. Any additional forms or evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. Please note pre‑employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements. For assistance, contact and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5L . Applications close: Tuesday, 16 December 2025 #Rockhampton #J-18808-Ljbffr