Registered Nurse Level 1 - All Care Discharge Lounge

Job Description - Registered Nurse Level 1 - All Care Discharge Lounge (02RQT) Job Description Registered Nurse Level 1 - All Care Discharge Lounge ( Job Number: 02RQT ) Description Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 6-12 months with possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Registered Nurse Level 1 (PN 68352) Salary: $82,993 – $108,780 (Plus 12.5% Super) Location: The Canberra Hospital Section: Integrated Operations Centre Closing Date: 21 Sep 2026 What can we offer you: • City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra. • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval). To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services (act.gov.au) About the Role: The All-Care Discharge Lounge (ACDL) plays a vital role in facilitating the safe and efficient discharge and transfer of patients across Canberra Health Services, supporting patient flow and timely access to care for acutely unwell patients. Operating Monday to Friday from 7:00am to 9:30pm, the ACDL provides care for patients awaiting discharge or transfer in a dedicated bed and chair-based environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality patient care and improving the overall patient journey. The successful applicant will be required to work a combination of morning and evening shifts. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page cover letter or pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. S election may be based on the CV and written response only. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website . Our Vision : creating exceptional health care together Our Role : to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values : Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Carla Whittaker at 02- 5124 3165 or at carla.whittaker@act.gov.au #LI-DNI LinkedIn exclusion pixel. Leave in if Area does not want to post on LinkedIn, remove if they do. Job : Registered Nurses & Midwives Salary Range : 82,993.00 - 108,780.00 Contact Name : Carla Whittaker Contact Email : carla.whittaker@act.gov.au Closing Date : 21/Sep/2026, 1:59:00 PM