Clinical Nurse at Griffith University

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jul, 26

Salary

128110.0

Posted On

13 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing, Health assessment, Primary health care, Emergency first aid, Patient care, Medical software, Health education, Administrative tasks, Clinical documentation, Referral networking, Health promotion, Compliance, Professionalism

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Company Description Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. As a Clinical Nurse, you’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. Job Description The Clinical Nurse will provide (nursing) health assessment, primary health care and treatment of illness and injury incurred by students, staff and visitors, and respond appropriately to requests for emergency first aid on campus. The Clinical Nurse will support other health professionals at the Health and Medical Service and provide health education and promotion for students and staff. Key responsibilities include: Under the direction of the Senior Clinical Nurse, provide (nursing) health assessment and treatment of illness and injury incurred by students, staff and visitors. Assist visiting doctors and other health professionals with relevant client care and ongoing treatment. Respond as appropriate to requests for emergency first aid on campus and provide support and information to first aid trained staff on request. Assist in daily activities of the Health and Medical Services, including providing practice support as required, administrative tasks, and maintaining appropriate supplies and equipment to deliver effective care. Maintain appropriate and accurate electronic attendance records, confidential reports and health and medical services statistics using medical software supplied. Provide general support to staff in Student Services in dealing with clients with all health-related issues. Develop and enhance appropriate health referral networks on and off campus. Provide primary health care, including information on health issues pertinent to the client population and University community generally. Including displays, handouts, seminars, workshops and other activities. Perform such other duties as may be required by the Director, Student Health, Counselling and Wellbeing which are consistent with the position and the needs of Student Life. Maintain compliance with relevant legislation and University policies and procedures, including equity and health & safety and exhibit good practice in relation to same. Be a leading example of the principles and values embodied in the University’s Code of Conduct, and behave, act and communicate at all times to reflect fairness, ethics and professionalism. What we offer This is a part-time (60%) continuing position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Salary Range The full-time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 7 range $101,068 - $109,496 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $118,249 - $128,110 per annum. Your annual salary will be pro-rata to 60% of the FTE full-time equivalent. Qualifications Registration as a General Nurse with AHPRA. The occupant of this position to be, and remain, vaccinated against the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment: measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), pertussis (whooping cough) and hepatitis B. Additional Information At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy. Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description) Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details For further information specifically about this role, please contact Samantha Start, Senior Clinical Nurse on 07 3735 7299 or [email protected] Closing date: Monday 20th April 2026 at 11:59 AEST. All applications are to be submitted online. Primary Location (Campus): Brisbane South (Nathan) Employment Type: Part Time Department ID: Student Wellbeing and Accessibility - SSN Appointment Type: Continuing

Responsibilities

The Clinical Nurse provides health assessments, primary care, and emergency first aid to students, staff, and visitors on campus. They also support health professionals, maintain medical records, and promote health education through various university activities.