Registered Nurse (Richmond Multipurpose Health Service)

About your employer

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment where staff work with advanced clinical practices, innovative research and multidisciplinary teams. As a leading tertiary and referral service, the organisation supports continuous professional development through structured career pathways, education programs, secondment opportunities and strong partnerships with James Cook University.

Employees benefit from a collaborative and community‑focused workplace culture that blends metropolitan‑level clinical opportunities with the lifestyle advantages of a regional setting. With short commutes, supportive teams and access to both rural and urban facilities, staff enjoy a balanced and rewarding work environment. Located across the stunning North Queensland region, Townsville HHS provides the chance to build a meaningful career while enjoying affordable living, outdoor adventures and a relaxed lifestyle.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• On-call and shift allowances (where applicable)
• On-site single staff accommodation will be provided for the successful applicant
• Rural and Remote Incentive Package (RANIP): Successful applicants may be eligible for RANIP
• Plus great salary packaging options to increase take-home pay

About your opportunity

This role offers a meaningful opportunity to provide clinical expertise, guidance and education to nursing staff within a supportive rural MPHS setting. You will draw on your clinical skills and experience to deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based and person‑centred care to patients, while supporting families and working collaboratively with colleagues across the Richmond MPHS.

You will be part of a dynamic service that supports a 10‑bed rural facility, including 4 aged care beds and 6 acute inpatient beds, and contributes to the Hospital Based Ambulance Service (First Responder) for the Richmond community and surrounding areas. This position provides a varied and rewarding scope of practice and the chance to make a real difference within a close‑knit community.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position and registration with AHPRA
• Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which may include participation in an on-call roster.
• Adult Life Support certificate: Must obtain and maintain an annual competency in Advanced Life Support as per THHSCLI040151 Life Support Training and Assessment

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Judy Brown  on (07) 4741 6100.

Applications close: Monday, 18 May 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.