Summary

About your new employer:

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Located in a stunning tropical island group, Palm Island - also known as Great Palm Island and traditionally known as Bwgcolman - is the largest of twelve vibrant islands in the region. This close-knit community offers a unique blend of rich cultural heritage and breathtaking natural beauty.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $85,236 to $109,330 p.a. (NG5)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Accommodation: single on-site accommodation will be provided.
• Rural and Remote Incentive Package: Successful applicants may be eligible for RANIP.
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity:

The purpose of this position is to provide high quality, evidence-based nursing care to the people of Palm Island. This will include working in all areas of emergency and inpatient services.

Joyce Palmer Health Service (JPHS) consists of an Emergency Department, 15 bed inpatient unit, renal dialysis services and home care services. Primary health care services are provided by the Palm Island Community Company (PICC).

Please note - this is a permanent full-time opportunity located on Palm Island - there are 7 positions available.

Requirements:

• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration (AHPRA).
• Mandatory: Extensive experience in Emergency Department and a current Advanced Life Support certificate.
• Travel by light aircraft may be required.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion please contact: Karen Thorne on (07) 4752 5174.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs//QLD-TV677910

Applications close: Monday, 30/03/2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.