**Join our team as Director of Nursing in Theodore!**

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excellence in patient care? We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to step into the role of Director of Nursing to oversee our nursing operations in Theodore for a two-month contract. In this role, you will be responsible for guiding our nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Theodore serves as an agricultural hub, offering essential services to local farmers. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like fishing, boating, and bushwalking, making Theodore a delightful place to live and explore with its rich history and vibrant culture.

Apply today and take the next step in your nursing leadership journey!

Job details

About us:

Theodore Multipurpose Health Service (MPHS) provides an emergency department, inpatient, outpatient, and community-based health care together with residential aged care and a range of other support health services. Theodore MPHS also works closely with Theodore Council of the Aging under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement for residential aged care.

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About the role:

The Director of Nursing has responsibility for the overall planning, coordination, formulation, and direction of policies relating to the provision of clinical care for Theodore MPHS. Additionally, the Director of Nursing is responsible for the efficient and effective use of human and material resources in Theodore MPHS, based on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) – Registered Nurse Standards of Practice.

About you:

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with a current annual practicing certificate.
• A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.
• This appointment has been identified as ‘key personnel' for the purposes of the Aged Care Act 1997.
• In accordance with Section 23.3A of the Sanctions Principles 1997 Act, Queensland Health is required to take all reasonable steps to ensure none of its key personnel is a disqualified individual.
• In accordance with Section 22.3B of the principles, your appointment is subject to the favourable outcome of the relevant checks including a criminal conviction search from the Australian Federal Police and a bankruptcy record search.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $15,534 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $78.59 - $82.40 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
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA5C628139

Applications close: Tuesday, 8 April 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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• BA5C628139 - Director of Nursing (Theodore) (PDF, 422KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants