Assistant Director of Nursing, Prison and Youth Detention Health
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About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk. We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub‑acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, we prioritise children and young people being seen, heard and safe in every interaction. We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected. We believe safeguarding is a shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
About The Role
The Assistant Nursing Director is a key leadership role within Prison and Youth Detention Health Service (PYDHS), responsible for providing senior nursing leadership, operational management and professional governance across the service.
About You
* Demonstrates specialised knowledge and skills in complex, contemporary nursing practice, working autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team to promote and enhance safe delivery of nursing care with the prison health service.
* Demonstrated advanced capability in stakeholder consultation and engagement, employing highly developed written and oral communications and highly effective interpersonal skills of consultation, negotiation, conflict resolution and relationship management that influence effectively and achieve desired outcomes.
* Demonstrated experience in the application of key financial principles and effective resource management practices in complex health service environments.
* Possesses advanced clinical leadership qualities recognised to assess, guide and contribute to implementation of innovative and evidence based clinical practices.
* Provides expert professional advice to primary health care providers regarding service delivery, clinical assessments and care planning across the continuum, including risk management.
Mandatory Requirements
* Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine‑preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16.
* A Queensland Corrective Services check will be undertaken on persons recommended for employment.
Why Choose Us
* Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest‑growing regions.
* Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
* Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
* Well‑being supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
* Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
* A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
How to Apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. Submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1‑2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role. Applications remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies. We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Key Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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