Nurse Co-Director, Gynaecology and Surgical Services

About the role

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) is seeking an experienced nursing leader to join its Executive team as Nurse Co-Director, Gynaecology and Surgical Services. Working with the Medical Co-Director and other Co-Directors, the role provides strategic leadership, governance and operational direction across gynaecology and surgical services, turning strategic priorities into safe, sustainable and high-performing clinical services. It is a permanent full-time appointment at 76 hours per fortnight.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across gynaecology specialties and sub-specialties and the surgical services team
• Lead the delivery of safe, high-quality nursing and clinical practice
• Drive service improvement, innovation and contemporary evidence-based practice
• Oversee operational performance, demand, workforce and resources
• Build strong multidisciplinary partnerships across clinical and corporate services
• Identify and manage clinical and corporate risk
• Contribute to the clinical and corporate governance of the health service as a member of the Executive

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in strategic leadership, operational excellence and leading change
• Ability to build productive relationships and influence across diverse stakeholder groups
• Strong judgement, integrity and accountability, with a commitment to patient-centred care, workforce development and continuous improvement
• Eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Management experience in a public teaching hospital
• Right to live and work in Australia; a police check is required before employment

What we offer

• Flexible working practices considered where operationally appropriate
• Salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Professional and career development opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive culture

Applications are made online through the WA government jobs portal, with a statement addressing the criteria, a detailed resume and two referees. The selection process may also be used to fill similar vacancies within the health service or public service.