Job Overview & Context

An exciting opportunity is available for a Clinical Nurse Consultant (Clinical Project Officer) in Bundaberg. The Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) acts as a clinical leader, accountable at an advanced practice level for the coordination of patient-centred clinical practice. In this role, you will provide expert advice to the project team and user groups throughout the design, construction, operational planning, and commissioning phases of the new Bundaberg Hospital and other associated capital infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with contemporary standards, guidelines, relevant legislation, and best practice.

Applications are welcome from candidates seeking temporary full-time or part-time opportunities, with contract duration and working arrangements negotiable based on individual availability and service needs. Positions are available on a temporary full-time (76 hours per fortnight) or temporary part-time basis for up to 12 months with the possibility of extension. First Nations nurses and midwives are strongly encouraged to apply in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide expert clinical advice to the project team and user groups during the design, construction, and operational planning and commissioning phases of the new Bundaberg Hospital and associated capital works.
• Ensure all project phases align with contemporary standards, clinical guidelines, relevant legislation, and best practice.
• Coordinate advanced, patient-centred clinical practice and leadership within the project scope.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must be a registered nurse with advanced clinical leadership capability (Nurse Grade 7).
• Applications remain current for 12 months.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced clinical practice and leadership skills.
• Expert advisory capabilities regarding healthcare facility design, planning, and commissioning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with multidisciplinary project teams and user groups.

Salary, Benefits & Perks

Competitive remuneration package valued up to $174,208 p.a., comprising:

• Salary between $140,631 – $152,684 p.a. (full-time) or hourly rates between $70.93 – $77.01 p.h. (part-time).
• Employer contribution to superannuation of up to 12.75%.
• Annual leave loading of 17.5% (Nurse Grade 7).
• Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise take-home pay.
• Dedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development Leave.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.

About the Employer / Facility

Operating in the Wide Bay region, the organisation supports professional growth, lifestyle, and wellbeing, offering an opportunity to work on landmark capital infrastructure projects such as the new Bundaberg Hospital.

Location & Shift Details

• Location: Bundaberg, Queensland, Australia.
• Job Type: Temporary Full-Time (76 hours per fortnight) or Temporary Part-Time (hours negotiable) for up to 12 months with the possibility of extension.
• Enjoy a lower cost of living in the Wide Bay region, featuring coastal living and a relaxed lifestyle.

How to Apply

Review the Role Description for further details and submit your application referencing Job Ad Reference: H2609WB.