Step out of the usual clinical or compliance box and into a role where your thinking can shape how healthcare is delivered across Central Queensland.

As part of the Quality and Safety team, you’ll turn data, emerging risks and national standards into practical change - working with clinicians, executives and consumers to strengthen care from the frontline up. You’ll have the freedom to be based at any facility across CQHHS, while working on challenges that reach far beyond a single ward, team or location.

If you’re an analytical thinker, confident communicator and natural problem-solver who thrives on variety and influence, this is your opportunity to make your mark across our Health Service.

Job details

Joining our Quality and Safety Division means working “at the elbow” of clinical teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement. We operate as a trusted business partner, providing frameworks and practical support to ensure care is delivered to the highest standards. Our team doesn't just monitor standards; we translate data and insights into meaningful actions that strengthen our entire health service. You will be part of a connected, multidisciplinary group dedicated to ensuring Central Queenslanders have access to the best possible care.

This role attracts Nurses, Health Practitioners and the Administration stream, and can be based at any facility within Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.

About us:

The Quality and Safety Division leads and supports the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care across CQHHS. We work collaboratively to support clinical governance, monitoring key indicators to inform decision-making and drive innovation. Our team is committed to a "Safety-II" approach—learning from what goes right to build resilient healthcare systems for our diverse regional communities.

About the role:

• Implement and monitor organisational quality standards, clinical policies, and governance frameworks.
• Lead evaluation and reporting against National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards.
• Analyse complex datasets and emerging risks to identify opportunities for system-level improvement.
• Deliver at-the-elbow training and education to build clinical governance capability across the service.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and consumer partners to enhance patient safety initiatives.

About you:

• You possess a high-level understanding of healthcare standards and clinical governance processes and hold the mandatory qualifications for preferred stream.
• You are a skilled communicator capable of engaging effectively with clinicians, executives, and patients.
• You have advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex policy and data.
• You are committed to ongoing professional learning and fostering a positive safety culture.
• You demonstrate leadership through role-modelling exemplary professional standards.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $62,943 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $64.93 - $69.55 p.h. (AO6)
• An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 p.h. (HP4)
• An hourly rate between $57.76 - $61.85 p.h. (NRG6)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Professional Development Leave (NRG and HP)
• 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) RK6I691812

Applications close: Sunday, 20 September 2026

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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.

• RK6I691812 - Clinical Nurse (Reliability & Healthcare Standards) (PDF)
  
  RK6I691812 - Reliability and Healthcare Standards Officer (PDF)
  
  RK6I691812- Health Practitioner - Senior (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)