Clinical Nurse- ED
Clinical Nurse- ED

Contract Type:

Contractor

Location:

Cairns

Industry:

Medical & Nursing

Contact Name:

Anirban Shome

Contact Email:

anirban.shome@talentquarter.com

Contact Phone:

61295495711

Date Published:

22-Apr-2026

Talent Quarter is a trusted healthcare recruitment partner in Australia, connecting qualified nurses, doctors, allied health professionals and carers with organisations in need. We provide locum, permanent, travel and shift-based roles, delivering workforce solutions that strengthen teams, improve retention and safeguard patient care.
 
Clinical Nurse / Clinical Nurse Consultant – Rural & Remote Queensland
We are seeking experienced Clinical Nurses (CN) and Clinical Nurse Consultants (CNC) for a range of rural and remote contract opportunities across Queensland, including Torres & Cape, Cape York and other remote communities.
These roles suit senior nurses who enjoy autonomous practice, leadership responsibilities and working within cross‑cultural, community‑focused healthcare settings.
About the Roles
Our opportunities span Primary Health Care Clinics (PHCCs), island communities and remote health services, with contracts available across various start dates and durations.
Depending on the location and service model, roles may include:
  • Advanced clinical decision‑making and autonomous practice
  • First‑on‑call and after‑hours responsibilities
  • Emergency response and acute presentations
  • Leadership, mentoring and clinical support of nursing staff
  • Portfolio, audit and quality improvement activities
  • Community health, child & maternal health and immunisation programs
What We’re Looking For
To be considered, you will have:
  • Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
  • Significant post‑registration experience(typically 5+ years)
  • Experience working as a Clinical Nurse or Clinical Nurse Consultant, or operating at a senior autonomous level
  • ALS and PALS(essential)
  • Neonatal resuscitation – first responder level
  • Confidence working independently in remote or resource‑limited environments
Highly desirable:
  • Remote Area Nursing (RAN) or PHCC experience
  • Indigenous health experience
  • Child & maternal health / sexual health / immunisation experience
  • Manual driver’s licence
  • Experience with clinical governance, audits or portfolio management
Why Work With Us
  • Access to a variety of rural and remote contracts throughout the year
  • Competitive agency rates (location‑dependent)
  • Travel and accommodation provided for most roles
  • Dedicated recruitment support to match you with contracts that suit your skills and availability
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in underserved communities
Interested?
If you’re an experienced CN or CNC looking for your next rural or remote contract, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply now, or write me at Anirban.shome@talentquarter.com or call me at 0295495754.
 
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