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Clinical Nurse Consultant
Brisbane
Drive surgical quality improvement through clinical data analysis, benchmarking and evidence‑based service enhancement.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/STR687387 |
| Closing date | 21-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Temporary - July 2026 to July 2027 |
| Contact person | Pamela Rowe |
| Contact details | 0448 269 619 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
Provide advanced clinical expertise as a Clinical Nurse Consultant – Surgical Clinical Reviewer within the Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS). This role supports the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP) through the collection, analysis, and submission of surgical quality data, while contributing to the development and implementation of local quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient safety and clinical outcomes.
You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across surgical services to monitor surgical safety and quality indicators, review clinical data, support evidence-based decision making, and identify opportunities for service improvement. The role combines advanced clinical knowledge with data analysis, quality assurance, and clinical governance activities to support excellence in surgical care delivery.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Provide advanced clinical expertise in surgical quality improvement, data collection, and clinical governance activities
- Collect, analyse, and review preoperative, operative, and postoperative clinical data to support ACS NSQIP requirements
- Support the monitoring and evaluation of surgical safety and quality indicators to drive service improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify opportunities for innovation, evidence-based practice, and enhanced patient outcomes
- Provide expert advice, education, and leadership in relation to surgical quality, clinical review processes, and service development
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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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