Nursing careers
Community and Oral Health helps people to improve their wellbeing and independence by providing care close to their home. We are part of Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS), the largest and most diverse health service in Queensland. We represent one of Australia’s most dynamic nursing workforces, employing more than 3,200 nurses and midwives in clinical, management, education and research roles. Our team is made up of incredibly brilliant and compassionate nurses. Our vision, mission and values always puts patients first. Whether starting your nursing career, looking to make a difference or seeking an exciting new challenge, we offer something for everyone. Services within Community and Oral Health include:
- rehabilitation (inpatient and outpatient)
- transitional care residential and community programs
- interim care for patients who are transitioning from acute hospital care to residential aged care
- Home Hospital services—community-based services that allow patients to be discharged from hospital and provide care such as intravenous therapy, wound care and assistance with activities of daily living in their home or a local community health centre
- palliative care
- chronic disease management
- diabetes services
- acquired brain injury rehabilitation and community pathways
- disability long-term care
- residential aged-care services.
What we offer
- Queensland Health award based salary
- Generous superannuation and salary packaging
- Formal orientation to Metro North Hospital and Health Service, Community and Oral Health and unit level induction
- Preceptorship to assist with your transition to a new team and work environment
- Professional development and diverse career opportunities
- Transition support programs in all clinical areas
- Opportunities to transfer between clinical specialties
- Access to discounted membership and courses through the Australian College of Nursing
Read the full list of benefits of working for MNHHS.
Your career and professional development
We offer diverse career pathways and professional development opportunities to support our nursing workforce on their journey of lifelong learning. Our research programs support excellence in healthcare delivery and empower our nurses to be the drivers of change and innovation.
What’s available?
- Continuing Professional Development Programs
- Transition Support Programs across a variety of clinical specialties
- Graduate support and mentoring
- Support for post-graduate studies
- Opportunities to participate in research
Our education partners
Metro North Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to the development of the future nursing professional workforce. The Nursing and Midwifery Professional Stream maintains partnerships with more than 14 state and national universities and 3 TAFE providers. Additionally, we have established a strong collaborative network with the Australian Defence Force.
Applying for a position
Requirements to practice
Registered nurses and enrolled nurses must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) to practice in Australia. Nurses seeking information in relation to a break in practice or international qualifications should contact NMBA directly for information related to registration.
Pre-employment requirements
- Mandatory vaccinations
- Criminal history check
- Professional registration check
Find out more about pre-employment requirements.
How to apply
Advertised positions
Jobs that are advertised are generally positions above the base grade or those requiring skilled nurses with a specific level of experience or education. Advertised positions can be viewed on Smart Jobs.
Non-advertised positions
Not all vacant nursing positions are advertised. Community and Oral Health invites nurses to apply for base grade positions (registered nurse, enrolled nurse and assistant in nursing) at any time by applying via Apply Now – EN or Apply Now – RN / Midwife.
Graduate registered nurses
Metro North Hospital and Health Service offers a comprehensive graduate program for qualified registered nursing and midwifery graduates.
Graduate registered nurse – placement experience
Find out more about our unique graduate registered nurse opportunities at Community and Oral Health from our nurse graduates themselves.
Frequently asked questions
We have prepared a list of frequently asked questions about applying for a job with the Community and Oral Health nursing team.
Community and Oral Health is not currently considering applicants who do not have a valid visa to work in Australia. Potential applicants wishing to work in Australia should contact the Department of Home Affairs for information on visa options.
- Cover letter (detailing the type of position sought – full time, part time or casual, area of interest and date of availability to commence in the role)
- Up-to-date CV
- Copy of NMBA/AHPRA registration or evidence that it has been submitted (Registered Nurses, Midwives and Enrolled Nurses only)
- Evidence of completion of Certificate III in Aged Care or completion of 1st year of study for current Bachelor of Nursing/Midwifery or Diploma of Nursing and continuing enrolment (Assistants-in-Nursing only)
- Proof of residency/work rights
- Personal details – name, address, contact details (phone and email)
- Education/qualifications (reverse chronological order – most recent information first)
- All previous nursing/midwifery experience (reverse chronological order – most recent information first)
- Other experience
- 2 referees with role title and work contact details (personal phone numbers and emails will not be accepted)
- 1 referee must be a current line manager if currently employed.
- Please note, referees may be contacted prior to you attending an interview. If this is not appropriate, please specify this in your CV.
Proof of residency depends on whether you are an Australian Citizen or in Australia on a visa. Australian Citizens You must provide a copy of a valid Australian passport or a copy of your Australian birth certificate or an Australian Citizenship Certificate. Permanent residents and other visa holders You must provide a copy of your valid passport and a copy of your valid visa. Visa holders will have their work rights checked prior to their application being considered. If you do not wish this to occur, please indicate this when submitting the documentation. Visa holders are also required to complete a consent form for a Work Rights Check with the Department of Home Affairs. This consent form will be forwarded to appropriate applicants by Nursing Recruitment on receipt of all other documentation. Applicants without valid work rights will not be considered for employment.
Contact us
Phone: (07) 3631 7460
Email: COH-NursingRecruitment@health.qld.gov.au
Find a job
Current Nursing vacancies on SmartJobs.