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  • Date posted

    September 20, 2026

  • Closing date

    October 20, 2026

  • Location

    Ipswich

  • Salary

    $60,000 - $80,000 /month

  • Career level

    Healthcare

  • Qualification

    Enrolled Nurse with Endorsement

  • Experience

    General medical and surgical nursing knowledge or a passion to learn

Description

Job Overview & Context

Multiple opportunities are available for an Enrolled Nurse (EN with Endorsement) to support a registered nurse in the provision of person and family centred, quality, safe patient care specified by the standards of practice and registration from the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). This care is evidenced by educational preparation and adherence to relevant legislation and the context of care.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Support a registered nurse or registered midwife in delivering quality and safe person and family centered care.
  • Elevate issues appropriately to a Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife.
  • Consistently deliver a high level of service to patients, parents, caregivers, and families.
  • Demonstrate rapport building skills, listening skills, and empathy.
  • Respect the unique and diverse needs of patients, families, and people.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Enrolled Nurse with Endorsement registration from the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
  • Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16.

Skills & Competencies

  • Contemporary clinical knowledge and experience in the area of general medical and surgical nursing, or a passion to learn and work with medical and surgical patient groups.
  • High level of communication skills.
  • Self-management skills, displaying flexibility and adapting to unexpected change.
  • Knowledge of and a demonstrated commitment to quality processes and evidence-based practices.
  • Honesty, integrity, and respect for all patients, carers, and staff.

Salary, Benefits & Perks

    Salary: $60,000 – $80,000 per month
  • Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland’s fastest-growing regions.
  • Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training, and research opportunities.
  • Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
  • Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP, and dedicated mental health programs.
  • Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% superannuation.

About the Employer / Facility

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland’s most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk. Services include preventative and primary healthcare, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health, prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services. As a child-safe organisation, West Moreton Health prioritizes safety, inclusion, and the respect of children and young people.

Location & Shift Details

Location: Ipswich, Queensland. Services cover Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk regions.

How to Apply

For further information, download and read the attached Role Description, #EveryoneIsALeader Framework, and Information Packages. Submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume (including the names and contact details of two referees), and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge, and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

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