Clinical Nurse Consultant (Palliative Care)

Job Description

About us:CQ Health is offering an exciting and innovative opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) to work within the Community Specialist Palliative Care Service (CSPCS). This service encompasses Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast and Mt Morgan, Gladstone, and Banana (based in Gladstone) and the Central Highlands (role based in Emerald). The service team comprises of a Staff Specialist Palliative Care, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Clinical Nurse, Social Worker, and Administration Officer and operates collaboratively with General Practitioners and non-government organisations and across CQ Health. About the role:The key functions of this CNC role include: Using advanced palliative care nursing skills and knowledge. Work in partnership with community care providers in the provision of specialist palliative nursing care and symptom management. Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide specialist palliative care interventions and care planning. Facilitate timely assessment, care planning, implementation of interventions and evaluation, ensuring quality outcomes for consumers. About you:Registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a current annual practising certificate.A relevant postgraduate Diploma or Masters' degree is an expectation of this position. 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 $82,105 p.a. is comprised of: An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h. 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 Program (EAP) Discounted Private Health Insurance Fitness Passport Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) 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 / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment 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 Recruitment Services at and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL5B621622 . Applications close: Thursday, 6 March 2025 #Emerald #Gladstone #Rockhampton Further information:We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each. #J-18808-Ljbffr