Queensland Health Nurse Salary Scales (2025–2026)
Official EB11 pay points for Registered Nurses (RN 1–7), Enrolled Nurses, Clinical Nurses, and Nurse Unit Managers with 12.75% QSuper and penalty rate estimations.
Queensland Health Nursing Pay Scale (EB11 Rates)
Based on official Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health) Certified Agreement (EB11) (2025–2026 Rates)
| Classification Band | Base Salary (AUD) | Super (12.8%) | Estimated Tax & Medicare | Net Take-Home Pay | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant in Nursing (AIN) Assistant in Nursing Year 1 | $59,420 | +$7,576 | -$9,694 | $49,726 | |
| Enrolled Nurse (EN 1) Enrolled Nurse Pay Point 1 | $67,800 | +$8,645 | -$12,484 | $55,316 | |
| Registered Nurse (RN 1) Registered Nurse Year 1 Graduate | $82,450 | +$10,512 | -$17,172 | $65,278 | |
| Registered Nurse (RN 4) Registered Nurse Year 4 Experienced | $92,840 | +$11,837 | -$20,497 | $72,343 | |
| Registered Nurse (RN 7) Registered Nurse Year 7 Senior Level | $104,620 | +$13,339 | -$24,266 | $80,354 | |
| Clinical Nurse (CN) Clinical Nurse Specialist / Preceptor | $109,840 | +$14,005 | -$25,937 | $83,903 | |
| Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) Ward / Unit Management Leader | $124,500 | +$15,874 | -$30,628 | $93,872 | |
| Nurse Practitioner (NP) Endorsed Nurse Practitioner | $142,300 | +$18,143 | -$36,835 | $105,465 |
Overtime, Penalty Rates & Casual Loading Engine
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Queensland Health EB11 Increments & Career Progression
Queensland Health nurses progress through annual incremental steps within Grade 5 (RN 1 through RN 7) following successful completion of 12 months (or equivalent part-time hours) of satisfactory service. Advancement to Grade 6 (Clinical Nurse) requires appointment to an advanced practice specialty position.
Compare Against NSW Nursing Pay Scales
Benchmark Queensland EB11 nurse rates against NSW Public Health System equivalent pay levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Australian tax, superannuation, and take-home pay guidance grounded in current ATO rulings.
What is the Queensland Health Registered Nurse (RN) salary in 2025–2026?
Under the Nurses and Midwives EB11 agreement, a graduate RN (Grade 5 Year 1) earns a base salary of $82,450 ($41.73/hr). An experienced RN Year 4 earns $92,840 ($46.98/hr), while a senior RN Year 7 earns $104,620 ($52.95/hr). Shift allowances and weekend penalty rates (Saturday 1.5x, Sunday 1.75x–2.0x) increase take-home pay substantially.
How do shift penalties work for Queensland Health nurses?
Queensland Health nurses receive an afternoon shift penalty of 12.5%, night shift penalty of 15% (or 20% on permanent night rosters), Saturday penalty of 50% (1.5x), Sunday penalty of 75% to 100% (1.75x to 2.0x), and public holiday rate of 150% (2.5x).