Clinical Nurse Consultant (Contact Tracing Support Officer)

In this specialist role with Central Queensland’s Blood Borne Virus and Sexual Health Service, you’ll lead complex contact tracing, guide critical clinical decisions and equip healthcare professionals across the region to respond with confidence.
From local clinics and Aboriginal Medical Services to community organisations and correctional health, your work will connect the right people, information and action before it’s too late. You’ll use research and fresh thinking to strengthen how CQ prevents and responds to STI and BBV transmission. If you’re ready to lead, influence and leave a lasting mark on public health, this is your opportunity.

The Blood Borne Virus and Sexual Health Service (BBV&SH) provides specialised sexual health and blood borne virus care across Central Queensland, based in Rockhampton. The service offers screening, diagnosis, treatment, education and health promotion, with a focus on supporting people and communities who may face greater risk due to health, behavioural or social factors.

Our specialist teams provide holistic medical and nursing care, treatment, education and ongoing support for people living with HIV and viral hepatitis, working closely with families, healthcare providers and community organisations. Care is delivered through local clinics, integrated services and telehealth, including an in-reach service to Capricornia Correctional Centre.

• Lead STI contact tracing across Central Queensland, providing expert guidance and hands-on support for complex cases.
• Provide advanced clinical leadership, using specialist STI/BBV knowledge to support safe, high-quality care and informed decision-making.
• Educate and empower healthcare professionals, including GPs, nurses, Aboriginal Medical Services and sexual health teams, to confidently manage contact tracing.
• Drive best practice and innovation, using research, surveillance data, quality improvement and contemporary approaches to strengthen STI/BBV public health responses.
• Build strong partnerships and lead change, connecting health services, community organisations and key stakeholders to improve prevention, surveillance and outcomes across Central Queensland.

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); completion of or working towards a Sexual and Reproductive Health Program course would be advantageous.
• Highly autonomous decision-maker, capable of working independently, prioritising effectively and taking ownership and accountability for complex clinical and service needs.
• Exceptional communicator and collaborator, able to build respectful relationships, mentor others, navigate challenging situations and work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and services.
• Clinical leader and service improver, bringing evidence-based practice, service coordination, resource management and a commitment to strengthening care, workforce capability and outcomes across the BBV&SH service.

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $7,258 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $70.92 - $77.00 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

• 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

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.

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.

For assistance:

1. Contact ••••@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6H690101

Applications close: Wednesday, 26 August 2026

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