The Role

An opportunity has become available for an Assistant Director of Nursing (Mental Health and Specialist Services – Education) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia. 

You will

• Collaborate with each of the Nursing/Service Directors across Mental Health and Specialist Services (MHSS) to lead the development of education
• Support contemporary evidence-based nursing practice across the directorate
• Lead innovative strategies to build a specialist, inclusive Mental Health nursing workforce
• Collaborate with senior leaders in MHSS across professional streams to undertake workforce planning activities to meet future demands

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent  
• Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
• Credentialed through the College of Mental Health Nurses, or be prepared to work towards a credential in Mental health nursing within an agreed period
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading
• Interstate/International candidates may be eligible(PDF) ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/190415/Workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme-guideline.pdf ) for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme ) – up $20,000!

Salary

• Permanent full time
• Base salary ranging from $151 292 - $158 623 per annum

About Us

The Nursing/Midwifery Education and Research Unit (NMERU) is situated within the Division of Nursing, Midwifery and Patient Experience, under the direct leadership of the Director of Nursing, Education and Research. NMERU is an integral part of Gold Coast Health, embracing the principles and goals of the health service and remaining committed to fostering research, education, and training to improve health services and to enhance a skilled professional workforce.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 9 April 2024

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC553453

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.