Locum Registered Nurse, Emergency Department (Grade 5)

Locum Registered Nurse, Emergency Department (Grade 5)

Location: Mackay, Queensland

*Pay Rates: The base rates of $68 – $78 per hour are based on AM rates, with shift rates additional. Please note: The hourly rate is dependent on the nurse’s years of experience and the geographical location of the contract, with remote locations offering a higher rate compared to regional and rural contracts. Rates can be discussed in further detail at the time of initial screening.

Please quote job reference: 1510271

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years of recent Emergency Department experience? Are you looking for a Locum RN role in Regional Queensland? Work and explore the stunning region of Mackay and enjoy a Queensland winter. 

We are seeking experienced and dedicated Registered Nurses (Grade 5) for locum roles in a Regional Queensland (Mackay) Emergency Department.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive environment, delivering high-quality emergency care.

The successful candidates will join an Emergency Department catering to both adult and paediatric patients. This dynamic ED handles over 150 patients daily, featuring 2 Resuscitation/Trauma bays, 3 High Dependency Unit (HDU) bays, 12 acute bed spaces, 5 Paediatric bays, 12 Fast Track spaces, 16 Short Stay beds, 2 Mental Health bays, and 1 Isolation HDU bay.

Multiple contracts available with a range of start dates Between June & August and an end of contract date of the end of September. The contract is located in Mackay, Queensland. 

• Minimum 3 years of Emergency Department experience.

Desirable Experience: 

• Knowledge and proficiency in using the integrated electronic Medical Record (ieMR) system.
• Previous experience working within Australia, particularly with Queensland Health 

Mandatory Competencies: 

• Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification
• Resuscitation certification
• Triage certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) competency
• Emergency Triage Education Kit (ETEK)
• Manual and patient handling
• Infection control
• Aggressive behaviour management
• Mandatory reporting by Registered Nurses and/or Midwives for reasonable suspicions of child abuse and neglect
• Medications management including compliance with QPHS (Drugs and Poisons) Regulations November 2012

Additional Requirements:

Candidates must agree to undertake the following as required:

• Integrated electronic medical record (ieMR) training
• Online induction training
• Any other training as requested

Benefits of working with Aussie Locums  

• $68 – $78 per hour, plus super, plus penalty rates
• Work life balance, choose where and when you work.
• Accommodation and travel support
• Personal and professional growth
• Access to incentives such as Referral Bonus and welcome pack
• Weekly payroll
• 24/7 support from Aussie Locums team with a dedicated consultant and experienced administrative/compliance team

Application Process: 

Interested candidates are invited to apply online by submitting their resume, along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and competencies. Please ensure all mandatory experience and competencies are clearly detailed in your application.

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Join us in making a difference in healthcare while exploring new horizons. Apply now to embark on an exciting nursing adventure with us!

For further details regarding this position or any other opportunities listed by Aussie Locums, feel free to apply online or contact Terry Fitzgerald on 07 4031 9991 or [email protected] or email [email protected] for further information.