Registered Nurses

• Be part of an aged-care facility providing caring service for residents in South-West Queensland
• Earn a generous annual salary up to $112,236 PLUS great benefits, including 12.75% super, relocation, paid study, and more! 
• Join this team and progress your career with multiple nursing opportunities across all levels!

Our Organisation

The South West Hospital and Health Service (SWHHS) services rural and remote communities across a vast stretch of South Western Queensland, including the towns and areas of Charleville, St George and Roma.

SWHHS employs many nurse practitioners, medical specialists and allied health staff across various clinical speciality areas, including renal, heart failure, cardiac, emergency, maternal, child health and palliative care. Our dedication to the community is unwavering, with new programs and innovations constantly being developed and implemented.

Our values of Quality, Compassion, Accountability, Engagement and Adaptability form the foundation of who we are and the way we work. They are the foundation on which we set our behaviours, actions and decisions across all of our services.

Our Waroona Multipurpose Centre is a 45-bed residential aged care facility in Charleville with two room types, to cover residents with different need levels. We provide communal activities in our vibrant common room, eating areas, and cozy sitting areas. Our residents enjoy our well-maintained gardens with seating and BBQ areas.

All of our rooms are single rooms with ensuite or shared bathrooms, and feature wardrobes, air conditioning, and garden views. We provide low and high-level care, including palliative care, 24-hour nursing care, allied health, and our regular recreational activities. 

For more information about SWHHS visit our website here. 

SWHHS now has the opportunity to increase our nursing staff at our Waroona Multipurpose Centre in Charleville. 

The Location

Charleville, located in southwestern Queensland, Australia, is an incredible place to call home. Its rich history, stunning natural beauty, and vibrant community spirit offer a truly remarkable living experience. From picturesque riverbanks and pioneer architecture to unique wildlife encounters and mesmerising stargazing opportunities, Charleville has it all.

Add in thrilling events like the Charleville campdraft and rodeo, along with its pivotal role in transportation history, and you have a town that truly embodies the best of both worlds. Furthermore, the largest Royal Flying Doctor Service base in southwest Queensland ensures top-notch medical assistance for residents and neighbouring communities. Discover the charm and excitement of living in Charleville, where every day is filled with wonder and warmth.

For more information on life in Charleville, click here for Outback QLD, and here for Aussie Towns.

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The Opportunity

SWHHS now has opportunities for Registered Nurses to join our staff at our Waroona Multipurpose Centre in Charleville. Having recently undergone a change in leadership and culture, our Waroona Centre has doubled its star rating in just six months and is ready to expand to its full capacity!

This is an exciting opportunity to join a motivated and supportive team that is part of a larger network, passionate about providing care to our elderly. Our diverse team represents the diverse background of our residents, and we work in a collaborative, multicultural environment where everyone is valued.

As an RN, you will work five days a week across a seven-day roster across our morning, afternoon, and overnight shifts, from 7:00am - 3:30pm, 2:30pm - 11:00pm, and 10:45pm - 7:15am, respectively. You will receive one RDO per month, and we have opportunities for part-time and flexible arrangements on a needs basis. We want to make sure you’re able to have the work-life balance you need!

 Duties will include:

• Delivering client-focused personal and clinical care 
• Assisting with rehabilitation exercises, primary treatment and providing medications
• Maintaining accurate and detailed care recipient records
• Supervising AINs and ENs
• Respecting the resident's room and contributing to a positive team culture

For a full position description, please click here.

Benefits & Remuneration

As one of our RNs, you will receive an attractive salary circa $76,755 - $103,053, negotiable dependent on experience, plus 12.75% super and great benefits!

Benefits include:

• Up to 27.5% annual leave loading 
• Relocation assistance negotiable
• Salary sacrificing
• Up to 6 weeks annual leave
• One RDO every month for full-time staff
• Potential for Workforce Attraction Incentives - learn more about eligibility here

Most importantly, when you become a part of our Waroona Multipurpose Centre, you are a part of SWHHS - a tight-knit community of health workers, all dedicated to the positive outcomes of healthcare services in the local community. This is an organisation with an unparalleled dedication to the development of its staff and a drive to provide a safe, effective and sustainable health service that people trust and value. 

About You

To join our team you will be community-minded and passionate about aged care. If you are looking to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, this is the place for you. 

You will have:

• A minimum Bachelor’s of Nursing degree or higher
• Current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) registration
• Minimum 2+ year’s experience in nursing (preferably in aged care)
• Up-to-date MMR, chicken pox, whooping cough, hepatitis B, and influenza vaccinations
• Have or be eligible to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

If you’re looking for a collaborative nursing environment where you can grow and develop your career, click Apply Now!