About us:

Nursing and Midwifery Workforce Unit is a Central Queensland Health (CQ Health) resource unit that supports the Nursing and Midwifery profession in strategic recruitment and retention. NMWU supports the line managers in the following:

• Agency Nursing/Midwifery engagement
• Yearly Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration renewal reporting
• Business Planning Framework support
• Credentialing and Defining Scope of Clinical Practice
• Graduate recruitment and reporting
• Recruitment support

About the role:

• Is accountable for the planning, implementation coordination and application of the Business Planning Framework (BPF) across CQ Health nursing and midwifery services in accordance with legislative requirements and industrial frameworks.
• Delivers accurate professional advice in accordance with NMBA standards, industrial awards, agreements, and Human Resource Management (HRM) policies.
• Works collaboratively with Nursing Leads across the district to achieve strategic leadership, innovation, sustainability, and excellence for the nursing and midwifery workforce.
• Leads the post-implementation aspect of the Integrated Workforce Management System (IWFM) project, in collaboration with the Department of Health and Central West Hospital and Health Service.
• Liaises with clinical networks and other internal and external stakeholders in relation to nursing/midwifery standards of practice to achieve targets and in turn healthcare outcomes.

About you:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.
• While not mandatory, a relevant post graduate qualification would be well regarded.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $198,959 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate of $87.94 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact [email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5C625420

Applications close: Monday, 24 March 2025

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