AddressPosition Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 6
Remuneration: $158,194.99 - $160,730.87 Per Annum + 11% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ489587
John Hunter Children's Hospital
About the opportunity:
As the Director of Nursing, you will hold a crucial position within the Children Young People and Families Service (CYPFS), reporting directly to the General Manager.
Your duties will encompass overseeing all nursing activities related to CYPFS, managing nursing education and identifying educational requirements, supervising clinical nurse consultants throughout the district, spearheading clinical portfolio management for eating disorders in HNEKids, strategically aligning efforts to meet nursing service KPIs, collaborating with managers to address nursing needs, promoting contemporary care models, and pinpointing areas for practice enhancement.
About the service:
At John Hunter Children's Hospital (JHCH), the Children, Young People, and Families Service (CYPFS) plays a vital role in supporting the holistic well-being of paediatric patients and their families. This service is dedicated to addressing the diverse needs of children, adolescents, and their families through a range of specialised programs and support mechanisms.
CYPFS collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams within the hospital to ensure integrated care that addresses not only medical needs but also social, emotional, and developmental aspects. This family-centered approach recognises the importance of involving families in the care process, providing support, education, and resources to empower them in navigating their child's healthcare journey. Through its dedication to holistic care and collaboration, CYPFS at JHCH strives to promote the well-being and resilience of children, young people and their families.
Your Key Proficiencies:
- You will be an exceptional nursing executive leader with a track record of successful operational achievement.
- You possess excellent stakeholder communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills and be recognised for your collaborative and empowering style.
- You possess the capability to drive performance and build the capacity and resilience of Nursing teams to manage change while delivering outstanding patient care, services and results.
- You possess a comprehensive understanding and extensive experience in clinical governance, demonstrating exceptional proficiency in navigating its intricate frameworks and regulations.
What we can offer you:
- Access to extensive networks
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- ADOs each month
- 4 weeks of annual leave
- Superannuation contributions
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Requirements:
- Licenced to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Appropriate Tertiary qualifications and significant management experience.
Additional information:
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
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For role related queries or questions contact Matthew Frith on *************@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
