Executive Officer/Director of Nursing and Midwifery - Murwillumbah District Hospital

Job Description

Executive Officer/Director of Nursing and Midwifery - Murwillumbah District Hospital Discover the balance. Enjoy more flexibility, diverse career pathways, the opportunity to learn and grow, salary packaging + more. Employment Type : Permanent Full TimePosition Classification : Nurse Mgr Gde 6Remuneration : $162,943.24 - $165,552.17 per annumHours Per Week : 38Requisition ID : REQ541930About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond and Clarence Valleys. If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us. You care. We care. Learn more about NNSWLHD here. About the role The Executive Officer/Director of Nursing Murwillumbah District Hospital is responsible for the efficient and effective day to day operational and strategic leadership and management of a comprehensive range of hospital services in accordance with Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) policy, community needs and budgetary allocation. This position also has responsibility for the organisation and management of nursing, medical and support services to ensure the provision of patient centred, outcome directed care. As a leader you are expected to support the organisation achieve the aims of the safety management system, to establish and maintain a positive health and safety culture in the workplace and to consult with workers and others when making decisions that may impact upon the health, safety and welfare of those in the workplace. Clinician engagement and leadership has been a prominent feature of the public health system for a number of years, where clinician led clinical standards, safety and quality improvements have become a major focus. The LHD is committed to the strengthening and ongoing involvement and clinician engagement of staff that provide direct patient care in the planning, delivery, improvement and evaluation of health services. Join our team and you’ll enjoy Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay. Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing. Growth – access to professional and personal development. Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment. Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce. Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description2) Find out more about applying for this positionFor role related queries or questions contact Lynne Weir on Applications Close: 14 January 2025 NNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community. NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably. For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position. Create and manage profiles for future opportunities. NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today. #J-18808-Ljbffr