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Director of Nursing/Facility Manager
Mount Morgan
Lead. Inspire.Transform in Mount Morgan.
As Director of Nursing, you’ll be the visionary leader driving clinical excellence, resource management, and operational success across nursing, allied health, medical, and support teams. Own the future of rural healthcare, lead with autonomy, collaborate with leadership, and manage budgets and staffing to deliver outstanding care in a community-focused setting.
Located just 40km from Rockhampton, Mount Morgan MPHS is a modern, integrated rural health hub with 20 inpatient beds, emergency resus bays, outpatient clinics, and a vibrant team delivering acute care, midwifery, aged care, community health, and more.
Apply now! Step up to the challenge and lead Mount Morgan MPHS to new heights!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 10 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK5E639822 |
| Closing date | 11-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | 14 July 2025 - 18 January 2026 |
| Contact person | Lynette Zeller |
| Contact details | (07) 4920 5731 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Mount Morgan Multi-Purpose Health Service (MPHS) is a rural service 40 kms from the main referring centre of Rockhampton. It is an integrated service within a modern building servicing a total of 20 inpatient beds. 10 Acute and 10 Residential, 2 Emergency resus bays and multiple consultation rooms. It provides a wide range of services, including visiting services such as Podiatry, Dietitian, Optometrist, Dental and much more.
About the role:
The Director of Nursing (Facility Manager) has responsibility for the overall planning, coordination, formulation, and direction of policies relating to the provision of clinical care for Mount Morgan MPHS. Additionally, the Director of Nursing is responsible for the efficient and effective use of human and material resources in Mount Morgan 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 remuneration value of up to $15,534 p.m.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:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5E639822
Applications close: Wednesday, 11 June 2025
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Further information
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Documents
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Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
Information Package for Applicants
RK5E639822 - Director of Nursing, Mount Morgan (PDF, 387KB)
Role Description
