Executive Director Nursing And Midwifery Services

Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery ServicesJoin to apply for the Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services role at WA Country Health ServiceExecutive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services role at WA Country Health ServiceThis 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 OpportunityWe 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 PositionDoes this sound like you?

The Job Description Form (attached) provides a full statement of duties for the position.

If you would like to know more about this position, responsibilities and expectations, please contact Jennifer Grove on 08 9322 0858, mobile 0438 066 013 or email

• for more information about this role.We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered.

We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).Employee Benefits : In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits including : Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.

For further information click here.Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave / assistanceFlexible working arrangementsFlexible leave arrangementsApplication ProcessPlease ensure you structure your application as follows : A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining your experience and achievements aligned to this role.A covering letter (of no more than 2-3 pages).Names and contact details of two (2) referees, it is preferable for one of your referees to be a current supervisor or manager where possible.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Applicants are advised that an executive search may be utilised in conjunction with this advertisement.About WACHS : A dynamic health service provider, with 68 hospitals, mental health, public health and aged care services across the breadth of country WA.

We are quite literally at the heart of the communities we serve.

Geographically, the WA Country Health Service is one of the largest health services in the world and has an ambition to be the world's leading rural and remote healthcare provider.

Our team of 10,000 dedicated staff provide services across an area of more than 2.5 million square kilometres, from Kalumburu in the Kimberley to Albany in the Great Southern.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 for further information.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service.

In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process.

Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service.

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