Primary Health Care Manager (Registered Nurse)
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Registered Nurse to fill the position of Primary Health Care Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing comprehensive primary health clinical services, consistent with the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) model of care.
Job Description
The position is accountable for delivering high-quality clinical services that meet the standards necessary to maintain Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and ISO 9001:2016 Quality Management Systems accreditation. This includes developing and implementing strategies to manage quality and risk associated with clinical services, line leadership and development of multidisciplinary nursing, midwifery and care teams, and clinic operational and financial oversight of two disparately located clinics.
* Lead and manage comprehensive primary health clinical services, ensuring alignment with the ACCHO model of care.
* Develop and implement strategies to manage quality and risk associated with clinical services, including maintaining RACGP and ISO 9001:2016 accreditation.
* Provide line leadership and development opportunities for multidisciplinary nursing, midwifery, and care teams.
* Oversight of clinic operations and finances, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will require:
* A strong understanding of the principles of Aboriginal community control, cultural identity, practices, and beliefs.
* Demonstrated ability to provide clinical leadership within a primary health care setting, including experience in multidisciplinary team supervision and development.
* General leadership and management capability, including governance, operational planning, risk management, and continuous quality improvement.
* Proven ability to manage funded health programs, including associated operational, contractual, and reporting outcomes and requirements.
* Demonstrated understanding of primary health care accreditation, regulatory, and legislative requirements relevant to Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHO).
* Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, capable of influencing outcomes, including effective communication within an indigenous community setting.
* AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, with a commitment to complying with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Competencies, Code of Ethics, and Code of Conduct for Nurses in Australia.
* A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Registered Nurse, with at least 2 years' experience in a similar setting.
Benefits
This role offers a range of benefits, including:
* Negotiable salary package, based on experience and qualifications.
* Opportunities for professional development and growth.
* A supportive and inclusive work environment.
Others
Please note:
* Immunisation certificate appropriate to employment within a Queensland ACCHO setting.
* Queensland Drivers Licence.
* Ability to maintain a current CPR certificate.