Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services

Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services Salary :   HES - Health Executive Grade B - $236,590 - $253, 831 Location :   Perth Unit / Division :   WACHS - Central Office Work Type :   Fixed Term - Full Time Position No :   00607929 Closing Date :   2025-07-07 4 : 00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) Attachments :

This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 5 years, with the possibilty of extension(s).

Do you want to be part of a team committed to improving the health and well-being of Western Australia’s country people? Do you want to be proud of the service you deliver and the impact you will make? Join our team and take the opportunity to channel your passion to guide and deliver the vision for nursing and midwifery services across Western Australia, for the benefit of our communities.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking an outstanding and committed candidate for the position of Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery.

This role leads the development of systems and strategies to deliver regional, publicly funded nursing and midwifery services that are aligned to the needs of country WA. As a clinical leader you will work collaboratively with the executive and service partners to drive nursing and midwifery initiatives that are innovative, utilise technology, embrace change and shape policy.

To be considered for this role, you must demonstrate your strategic nursing leadership experience within a dynamic and complex health environment. You will be skilled in planning, developing and coordinating nursing and midwifery services with a focus on patient care, clinical priorities and quality programs. This will be supported by your commitment to the continuous improvement of clinical standards and safety performance.

You will have a proven track record of implementing operational policies and practises to effectively manage a network of nursing services. This role is also responsible for providing assurance to the WACHS Chief Executive that the portfolio’s services and activities meet the relevant clinical and corporate governance requirements.

This is an extremely rewarding position within WACHS and is the leadership role for nursing staff across the organisation. If you are dedicated to leading a cohesive team in providing extraordinary care, with the energy and drive to advance the achievement of a skilled and sustainable workforce, this may be the role for you.

The successful candidate will be eligible for registration as a general Registered Nurse in accordance with the National Regulatory Board requirements and hold a Nursing Tertiary qualification.

Further information about this position

Employee Benefits :   In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including :

• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
• employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information .
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave / assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements

Application Process :

Please ensure you structure your application as follows :

Applicants are advised that an executive search may be utilised in conjunction with this advertisement.

Other Conditions :  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy