Big leadership doesn't always happen in big hospitals. As the Director of Nursing at Springsure Multipurpose Health Service, you'll lead from the front, shaping the future of healthcare for a close-knit rural community.

Overseeing emergency, acute, residential aged care and home support services, you'll inspire a multidisciplinary team, champion clinical excellence and strengthen clinical governance to foster a culture where people feel supported to thrive.

In Springsure, your decisions don't just influence a service - they're felt across an entire community. If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where your experience, vision and passion can leave a lasting legacy, this is your chance.

Job details

About us:

This 24-bed Multipurpose Health Service is at the heart of the community, delivering emergency, acute, residential aged care and home support services to local residents and surrounding farming and mining communities. Set against the backdrop of the Central Highlands' dramatic volcanic peaks, it's a place where broad clinical practice meets a relaxed rural lifestyle and every member of the team is known by name.

Find out more about Springsure!

About the role:

• Provides strategic and operational leadership for the Springsure Multipurpose Health Service, overseeing the delivery of safe, high-quality healthcare.
• Leads clinical governance, evidence-based practice and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety and service excellence.
• Manages multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the effective use of workforce, resources and service delivery across the facility.
• Partners with the Senior Medical Officer to support sound clinical decision-making, governance and sustainable health services.
• Fosters a positive workplace culture that values education, innovation, research and professional development.

About you:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and a valid annual practising certificate.
• Management qualifications, or a willingness to work towards them, will be highly regarded.
• This position holds governance and operational authority under the Aged Care Act 2024 (Responsible Person) and the Disability Services Act 2006 (Qld) (Key Personnel).
• Fosters a collaborative workplace, adapting to change, strengthening team relationships and resolving challenges constructively.
• Brings a strong understanding of contemporary aged care standards and a commitment to delivering person-centred care across the multipurpose health service.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $16,720 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $81.16 - $86.95 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.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH6G687640

Applications close: Thursday, 23 July 2026

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Further information

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