EMPLOYMENT

About the opportunity Our instrument and circulatory nurses working within our emergency theatres work a continuous shift work roster and across all elective, emergency and trauma operating theatres to maintain competency in all specialties. The successful candidate must be an experienced instrument and circulatory nurse who currently works in an operating theatre and can demonstrate current experience with emergency and trauma procedures. A combination of 10, 9, 8 and 6 hour shifts are rostered to ensure nursing coverage to all theatre lists. On Call is mandatory for all staff deemed competent to be rostered on the on call roster each month. The Townsville University Operating Theatre has 15 operating theatres inclusive of a new Hybrid Operating room. The service offers Level 5 - 6 CSCF v3.1 within the following disciplines. * Cardiac * Neurosurgery * Vascular * Thoracic * Ear, Nose and Throat * Plastic Reconstruction Surgery * Maxillary Facial, Oral Surgery and Dental * Urology * Orthopaedics * Trauma * Hepatobiliary, Gastrointestinal and Breast Endocrine * Ophthalmology * Paediatrics * Obstetrics & Gynaecology * Transplant donor site only (Kidney Transplants to commence in 2025) * Hybrid Theatre with various imaging modalities PLEASE NOTE - This is a permanent part-time position, working 64 hours per fortnight. Career Growth and Development We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. 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 Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. * Salary range: $41.73 - $53.53 p.h. (NG5) * 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 17.5% loading * Professional Development leave and allowance * Locality allowance * 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation * Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available Requirements: * Qualification: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent certification relevant to the position is mandatory. * Highly Desirable: Possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification in an appropriate field is highly desirable. Such experience may be discipline specific or have a service area focus. * Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster. * This is a VPD risk role. Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Tanya Schafer on (07) 4433 3373 Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV670752 Applications close: Monday, 15 December 2025 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.