Enrolled Nurse (Sunset Ridge Interim Care)

About us:

Our 30-bed Interim Care Unit provides a safe, supportive and welcoming environment for people as they transition from hospital care to their next stage of living.

Operating 24 hours a day, our dedicated team supports residents with the care, encouragement and connection they need during this important journey. Our unit includes two unique spaces, Seahorse (our secure wing) and Starfish (our non-secure wing), each designed to provide the right level of support for our residents' individual needs.

At Sunset Ridge, we're passionate about creating a place where people feel respected, valued and cared for. We're a community where you can build meaningful relationships and make a difference every day.

About the role:

• Use your clinical knowledge to support quality care in line with the Australian National Aged Care Classification (AN-ACC) process and Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Live our Queensland Public Service and Central Queensland Health values by putting people at the heart of everything you do.
• Continue to learn, grow and share ideas through professional development, innovation and workplace improvement activities.
• Champion safety and quality by identifying opportunities to improve care, speaking up when needed and helping create the best possible experience for residents, families and the team.

About you:

• Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) via AHPRA.
• Strong clinical skills, evidence-based practice and the confidence to provide safe, high-quality care within your scope of practice.
• A sound understanding of NMBA Enrolled Nurse competency standards and a commitment to delivering care that meets professional expectations.
• Knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards and a desire to help maintain and improve the quality of care we provide.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $6,786 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $35.92 - $38.12 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.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6G689194

Applications close: Thursday, 13 August 2026

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