An exciting opportunity is currently available for an experienced Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services to join the Executive Services Team at the Bundaberg, Maryborough and Hervey Bay Hospitals within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. The Wide Bay area is arguably one of the most beautiful regions of Queensland. The Health Service stretches from Agnes Water in the North to Maryborough in the South and provides acute care services to a population of over 225,000 residents including several rural communities.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Eligible Applicants who move to Queensland from an interstate or international jurisdiction to take up permanent or temporary greater than 12 months employment may receive up to $20,000 incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme

Your opportunity:

• The Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services (EDNMS) is the single point of accountability for the professional leadership and direction of nursing and midwifery services within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, and the operational management of Nurse Education and Simulation teams.
• The EDNMS reports to the Chief Executive.
• The EDNMS is responsible for the delivery of high-quality patient centred nursing and midwifery care and services that meets professional practice standards.

Find out more in the Role Description.

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $285,068 p.a., comprising salary of $249,849 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 13(2)) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2410WB598759.

Other benefits include: 

• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Professional Development Allowance
• Professional Development Leave
• Flexible work arrangements
• Lower cost of living

Discover Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast  

Bundaberg is where the coastline meets the country, four hours' drive north of Brisbane. It is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef and boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural, education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos Turtle Rookery. The Fraser Coast is known for its diverse, natural landscapes and laid-back lifestyle. This destination with a difference is home to Fraser Island, incredible whale watching encounters, family-friendly beaches, history and culture.  

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

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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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.57MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Information for Nursing Applicants - 2023 (PDF, 293KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 792KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  H2410WB598759 - Flyer (PDF, 527KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  H2410WB598759 - RD (PDF, 579KB)
  Role Description