## Deputy Director - Patient Access and FlowBRHS is seeking an experienced senior nursing leader to drive patient access, flow and operational excellence across emergency and inpatient services.| Work Location: | Bairnsdale - Outer Gippsland area |Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is the largest employer and leading healthcare provider in the beautiful East Gippsland region. We are seeking an inspiring and strategically minded Deputy Director – Patient Access and Flow to join our Clinical Operations Division.**The Contract:** Ongoing, Full Time, 80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO, along with participation in the Executive on call roster.This is a rare and exciting senior nursing leadership opportunity to positively shape patient flow, emergency and inpatient operations, and the overall care experience across our health service.At BRHS, we are committed to providing safe, person‐centred, high‐quality care to our community. You'll be part of a passionate leadership team that values integrity, communication, and kindness, all while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of working in a regional health service with strong community connection.**About the role**Reporting to the Operational Director – Clinical Care, you will provide strong clinical and operational leadership to teams across inpatient services and the ED. You will guide patient flow strategies, oversee daily operations, support Nurse Unit Managers and Patient Services Coordinators, manage hospital demand, and ensure our systems and resources enable high‐quality, person‐centred care. This role also contributes to the Executive on‐call roster and may deputise for the Operational Director as required.**About you*** Registered Nurse with extensive senior leadership experience in acute care* Strong understanding of patient flow, bed management and clinical operations* Proven ability to lead, develop and support high-performing clinical teams* Experience managing budgets, KPIs and activity-based funding (including NWAU)* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills*Please refer to the position description for the full selection criteria.***What we offer*** Attractive salary of $155,469 + super, plus generous salary packaging* A strategic leadership role with influence across the health service* Supportive Executive team and opportunities for growth* A welcoming, community-focused regional health environment* A chance to make a significant impact on patient access and experienceRebecca Hall, Operational Director, Clinical Care on (03) 5150 3412**Applications close:** Tuesday, 31st March 2026Applications are to be submitted by selecting “Apply Now” and are to include:* Cover letter* Resume (including two recent referees)* Response to the full key selection criteria (as listed in the attached position description)Find out more about working with us
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