Clinical Nurse - Remote Area Nurse Development Program (Various Locations)
Ditch the traffic, find your purpose: Your Clinical Nurse Consultant career starts in the Cape York & Torres Strait. Work where you’re needed, grow where you’re supported.
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About this role
Ready to Trade the City Lights for Island Sunsets? 🌴🌅
Are you an experienced Clinical Nurse with your sights set on becoming a CNC? Why settle for a boring classroom when you can level up your career in the stunning Cape York and Torres Strait? We have 6 positions available! This is your chance to join a cohort of 6 adventurous nurses for our 12-Month Remote Area Development Program. This isn't just a job; it's a fully supported backstage pass to the heart of First Nations healthcare! ❤️🔥
Starts with a Yarn... Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a chat? Abby Conry would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the program! 📞 Give Abby a call on 0427 645 437
The "Remote Office" Perks 🚑💨
Imagine spending your year making a real difference in locations like Coen, Darnley Island, Laura, Mapoon, St Paul's, or Saibai Island!
- Rotate & Roam: Two 6-month stints in remote Primary Health Care Centres 📍
- The VIP Treatment: You'll have a squad of Nurse Educators, Cultural Mentors, and highly experienced CNCs dedicated to your growth
- Real Impact: Work side-by-side with Indigenous Health Workers to provide life-changing, culturally safe care
- Master the Skills: From clinical leadership to jumping in the retrieval vehicle for after-hours emergency responses—you'll do it all!
What's in your Toolkit?
- Leadership: You're ready to mentor RNs and lead the multidisciplinary team
- Grit: You're ready for the on-call lifestyle and remote living
- Curiosity: You're eager to build your professional portfolio and provide culturally safe care
The Goal 🏆 At the end of 12 months, you won't just have a certificate; you'll have the skills, the clinical hours, and the cultural wisdom to step confidently into a Clinical Nurse Consultant role!
A career with purpose (and great perks!) 💼
- The Paycheck: Base Salary $111,198 – $119,072 p.a. Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
- Extra Perks: 10% Rural & Remote Incentive + Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package (RANIP)
- Super Savings: 12.75% employer super + generous salary packaging Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
- Move on Us: Relocation & accommodation incentives to get you settled 🏠
- Island Life: Short commutes, coral reefs, and tropical rainforests at your doorstep 🐠🌿
- Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHSand the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
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Discover more by reading the role description attached.
Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies
Further information
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Job details
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Position status Fixed Term Temporary |
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Position type Full-time |
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Occupational group Health - Nursing |
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Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
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Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld |
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Job ad reference QLD/TC673157 |
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Closing date 13-Feb-2026 |
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Job duration
12 months |
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Contact person
Abby Conry |
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Contact details
0427 645 437
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Attachments
TC673157_Job Description (PDF, 493KB)
Role Description 2 Map Info (PDF, 907KB) Information Package for Applicants 3 RANIP Recruitment Flyer 2023 (PDF, 282KB) Information Package for Applicants 4 TCHHS Nursing & Midwifery Booklet (PDF, 3.85MB) Information Package for Applicants |
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