Job Description
Executive Director of Care, Chief Nurse and Midwife
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Permanent Full-Time - 76 hours per fortnight
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Are you an accomplished healthcare executive ready to shape the future of care across an integrated health service? MDHS is seeking an experienced, values-driven and inspirational leader to join our Executive Team as Executive Director of Care, Chief Nurse and Midwife.
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This is a significant leadership opportunity to influence the future direction of care at MDHS and make a meaningful and lasting impact across our communities.
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Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across Acute, Community and Residential Services. As a key member of the Executive Team, you will champion the MDHS Vision, Purpose and Strategic Direction, while ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality and person-centred care within a strong clinical governance framework.
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If you are driven to inspire teams, strengthen care outcomes and lead meaningful and sustainable change, we would welcome your application.
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What We're Looking For
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We are seeking an experienced leader who brings integrity, professional credibility and a commitment to excellence. The successful candidate will:
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Embrace and actively promote our Values — Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability & Togetherness
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Demonstrate high-level leadership skills and professional credibility
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Possess highly developed verbal and written communication skills
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Have a proven ability to build and sustain a positive, high-performing workplace culture
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Apply practical, analytical and logical problem-solving skills in complex environments
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Qualifications / Experience
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Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
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Specialist Expertise
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To excel in this role, you will bring a strong combination of strategic leadership, technical expertise and people leadership, including:




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Developed knowledge of and hands-on experience with Activity Based Funding and Residential Funding
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Working knowledge of health accreditation standards, including National Standards and Aged Care Quality Standards
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Solid analytical and problem‐solving capabilities, with the ability to conduct business and performance analysis and implement effective strategies
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The ability to set clear standards, targets and objectives - and achieve them by inspiring and influencing the performance of others
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Demonstrated success in building high-performing teams and managing staff with confidence and compassion
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A proven track record of cultivating a positive and inclusive workplace culture
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Why Join Us?
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This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of care across MDHS and make a meaningful impact within the communities we serve.
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You will join a committed Executive Team and have the prospect to lead high-quality, person-centred services across Acute, Community and Residential Care, while contributing to the broader strategic direction of MDHS.
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We are proud to be a supportive and inclusive workplace, where our people are valued and encouraged to grow.
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We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those returning to the workforce.
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If you are an accomplished and values-driven healthcare leader with the vision, experience and commitment to shape the future of care at MDHS, we would welcome your application.
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For further information about this role, please contact Sarah Broad, EA to the CEO, on *********.
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MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk-assessed role.
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What can I earn as an Executive Director

📌 Executive Director Of Care, Chief Nurse And Midwife (Bendigo)
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📍 Bendigo