Clinical Nurse (Day Medical Unit)

Full time on site
Clinical Nurse (Day Medical Unit)
Job Description

*The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse (Day Medical Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Lead, motivate, and promote inclusiveness, through a team-focused approach to support the development of a high-performing team

Coordinate patient care and flow through comprehensive assessment, clinical decision-making, and effective management of the care process

Promote a safe, efficient, and supportive environment through coordinating nursing staff and material resources

Nurture effective therapeutic and professional relationships between unit staff, treating teams, and visiting specialist teams

Utilise advanced clinical skills including intravenous cannulation, Port-a-Cath access and management, and Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) management

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent

Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia

Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B

Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required

Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed

Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

Flexible work options

Career Development

Salary Packaging

Modern Facilities

Diverse Work Culture

Research Opportunities

12.75% super

17.5% leave loading

Salary

Permanent part time (48 hours per fortnight)

Base salary ranging from $57.48 - $61.55 per hour

About Us

The Day Medical Unit (DMU) comprises thirteen treatment beds/chairs, one negative pressure room, three consultation rooms, and one procedure room and operates within the division of Medicine.

The Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH) DMU works in partnership with the Tugun DMU, with both services managed under the same Nurse Unit Manager (NUM). Staff may be required to work across both campuses at times to support service delivery, operational flexibility, and the continued development and growth of Day Medical Unit services. Across both campuses, approximately 1,100 infusions and procedures are completed each month, with both units experiencing ongoing growth in demand and service activity.

The GCUH DMU provides specialised care to patients requiring management of both chronic and acute non-chemotherapy treatments, working collaboratively with outpatient services and inpatient care areas to ensure continuity and coordination of care. Patient cohorts include, but are not limited to, renal, neurology, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), maternity, and infectious diseases. Care is delivered by a multidisciplinary team that is committed to providing safe, patient-centred, and evidence-based treatment.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care

Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion

More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts

Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities

Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle

A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best

Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 10 August 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC688903

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.\<space>This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.*

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