About us:

Theodore MPHS provides an emergency department, inpatient, outpatient, and community-based health care together with residential aged care and a range of other support health services. Theodore MPHS also works closely with Theodore Council of the Aging under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement for residential aged care.

About the role:

The Director of Nursing (DON) has responsibility for the overall planning, coordination, formulation, and direction of policies relating to the provision of clinical care for Theodore MPHS. Additionally, the Director of Nursing is responsible for the efficient and effective use of human and material resources in Theodore MPHS, based on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) – Registered Nurse Standards of Practice.

About you:

• A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.
• This appointment has been identified as ‘key personnel' for the purposes of the Aged Care Act 1997.
• In accordance with Section 23.3A of the Sanctions Principles 1997 Act, Queensland Health is required to take all reasonable steps to ensure none of its key personnel is a disqualified individual.
• In accordance with Section 22.3B of the principles, your appointment is subject to the favourable outcome of the relevant checks including a criminal conviction search from the Australian Federal Police and a bankruptcy record search.

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with a current annual practicing certificate.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $186,413 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $78.59 - $82.40 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) BA5I659343

Applications close: Tuesday, 23 September 2025

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