About the role

Step into a pivotal leadership position within the Metro North Mental Health Nursing Executive based at the Prince Charles Hospital. As Nursing Director – Mental Health, you will lead the development and delivery of the clinical service plan, shaping care models to meet current and future demand.

• Oversee operations across 3 acute mental health inpatient units at TPCH
• Lead a team of 19 direct and 197 indirect reports
• Drive professional governance, workforce strategy, and research priorities
• Champion safe, person-centred care and optimise access, quality, and outcomes

Skills & Experience

• Postgraduate qualification (completed/underway) highly desirable
• Credentialling as a Credientialled Mental Health Nurse with the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses would be highly desirable.
• Appointment as Authorised Mental Health Practitioner would be highly regarded

Benefits

• Annual pay increases and annual leave loading (17.5%)
• Access to salary packaging to boost take-home pay
• Professional development leave and allowances
• Support services including EAP, staff psychology service, peer responder program
• Management, leadership and executive leadership programs
• Relocation support may be available by negotiaton

About the Metro North

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

How to apply

Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

1. Your current CV or Resume, including referees.
2. A short statement (maximum 2 pages) - Formulate your response to the dot points listed under “How you will be Assessed” within the context of the “Key Accountabilities.”