Join us in shaping the future of healthcare as our Director of Nursing and Midwifery, where your leadership will inspire excellence in patient care.
The Director of Nursing and Midwifery for Gladstone and Banana leads Nursing and Midwifery Services, enhancing care quality through education and development. This role manages maternity, paediatric, and child health services, oversees healthcare delivery, and collaborates with stakeholders to align with strategic priorities. Reporting to the GM and EDONM, you'll shape governance and service excellence.
Gladstone is a vibrant coastal city in Queensland, known for its bustling port, stunning natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage. It offers a mix of industry and leisure, with outdoor activities, lush parks, and access to the Southern Great Barrier Reef.
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Central Queensland (CQ) Health's strategic vision of "Great Care for Central Queenslanders" is shaping the future of our hospitals and health care services. We have a clear understanding of the important role that we play in supporting our communities, regional councils, and other partners wider ambitions for economic growth, improving learning and educational outcomes, and supporting healthier communities across Central Queensland.
Our region has everything health staff and their families could want, from acclaimed primary, secondary and tertiary educational facilities, coral islands to outback camping, and Indigenous culture to outstanding shopping. You can explore in a four-wheel drive, visit some of the best fishing spots in Australia, dine on the great local produce or enjoy a vibrant and relaxed nightlife.
About the role: The Director Nursing and Midwifery (Gladstone and Banana) role is the professional lead for Nursing and Midwifery Services and is responsible for supporting Nursing Leadership at all levels to provide high quality, safe, evidence-based care through education, research, and professional development.
The position reports operationally to the General Manager (GM), Gladstone and Banana, and professionally to the Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services (EDONM), Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service. The Director of Nursing and Midwifery (DONM) also shapes corporate and clinical governance in partnership with the Gladstone and Banana Senior Leadership Team.
About you: Registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Midwife (RM) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position. Relevant postgraduate qualifications in nursing/midwifery would be highly regarded. What we offer: Total remuneration value of up to $198,959 p.a. is comprised of:
An hourly rate of $87.94 p.h. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 17.5% leave loading Additional Benefits Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety Generous Salary Sacrificing Options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounted Private Health Insurance Fitness Passport Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements: It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply: To apply, please submit the following:
Your current CV or resume, including referees. A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills, and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description. Any additional forms/evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status, and vaccination requirements.
Applications close: Thursday, 23 January 2025 Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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