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Director of Nursing and Midwifery


Company : Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service


Location : Cairns, Queensland


Created : 2025-04-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Make the move. Make a difference.Experience the unique blend of professional opportunity and tropical paradise that Cairns offers. Nestled in Far North Queensland, Cairns is a relaxed, vibrant city with a diverse community. Connected globally through its international airport and seaport, Cairns is an ideal location for those looking to make a significant impact while enjoying an enviable lifestyle.As Director of Nursing and Midwifery, you will be a key member of the Cairns Hospital executive team. You will be responsible for the Nursing and Midwifery Service across the facility and will provide shared responsibility of leadership for all Cairns Hospital staff. Your leadership will drive positive change and ensure the highest standards of patient care.With the esplanade on its doorstep, Cairns Hospital is the largest major referral hospital in Far North Queensland. Joining Cairns Hospital means becoming part of a dedicated team that values both professional excellence and personal well-being.This role ensures that our practices, policies, and development initiatives align with the CHHHS strategic priorities.As a qualified Registered Nurse, you will have recent and extensive experience working in a regional or tertiary health service with nursing management experience, including experience in leading staff and managing services in the relevant setting, supported by a relevant tertiary management qualification and/or work experience.You will have proven ability to ensure the human, physical, and financial resources of the service/facility are managed to provide safe, compassionate, quality care that is culturally responsive.You will have extensive experience in strategic workforce planning, including proven ability to implement contemporary workforce models that adapt to changing models of service delivery.You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to consult, liaise and negotiate with all levels of staff, patients, and external agencies to achieve the desired organisational and professional outcomes.Job details:Position type: Permanent full-timeClassification: Nurse Grade 12Yearly salary: $191,973 paClosing date: 6 April 2025Apply Now!If you are ready to contribute to our mission and make a positive impact, we encourage you to apply.Cairns Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr