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SalaryMDHS services the Central Goldfields and Pyrenees Shire with campuses in Avoca, Dunolly and Maryborough. The strong clinical and social links between the three campuses ensure that the community is cared for by qualified staff who are committed to high standards of person-centred care. MDHS is one of the largest employers in the region, providing the perfect setting to become part of our team and community.Chief Nursing OfficerPermanent Full Time – 80 hours per fortnightClassification: RN 72 - NM9CAward: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2020 - 2024We are seeking a passionate, dynamic and inspirational leader who is looking to take the next step in their career, to join the MDHS Executive Team as Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).In this role you will report to the Chief Executive Officer. The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is responsible for the effective and efficient leadership, support and direction of Acute, Community and Residential Services. As an integral part of the Executive Team the CNO will ensure our team are supported to enact the MDHS Vision, Purpose and Strategic Direction within the overarching clinical governance framework of an integrated health service. The CNO is also responsible for Quality Systems, supported by a team of associate directors, the quality and safety team and the MDHS leadership team to lead all aspects of quality systems, and accreditation compliance across all of MDHS. Apply now to be part of this exciting opportunity and help shape the future of healthcare at MDHS!We are looking for someone with the following qualities:
- Embrace and promote the values of MDHS – Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability & Togetherness
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively build a team and manage staff
- Practical, analytical and logical problem-solving skills
- Great Working Environment – Join a group of motivated health care professionals with a Permanent contract. Opportunity to join the Social Club, offering a wide range of social events and local retail discounts.
- Fantastic Earning Potential – Generous Base Salary under the Nurses & Midwives EBA with Salary Packaging available.
- Become an integral leader- Build, grow and lead the Nursing team at MDHS, embedding patient centred care and service excellence across the health service
- Supportive Culture with Continuous Improvement Opportunities – Culture that promotes and embraces the organisational values of GREAT (Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Togetherness) and encourages and supports employees to engage in professional development with access to the Centre of Inspired Learning and Simulation Lab.
- Post-graduate qualifications in Management.
- Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Developed knowledge of and experience with Activity Based Funding and Residential Funding.
- Working knowledge of health accreditation standards inclusive of National Standards and Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Practical, analytical and logical problem-solving skills, with the ability to undertake business and performance analysis and implement relevant strategies in response to findings.
- Ability to set standards, targets and objectives, and to achieve those by influencing the performance of others.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively build a team and manage staff.
- Proven ability to operate and enhance the culture of no blame.
- Proven relevant experience including the ability to embed excellence within the organisation.
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
- Capacity to work independently and as an effective team member, ensuring the delivery of agreed outcomes within specific timeframes.
