Shape the Future of Nursing & Midwifery

Lead education, research and innovation that builds workforce capability and transforms nursing and midwifery practice across Metro South Health.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 12
Workplace Location Brisbane - South
Job ad reference QLD/692618
Closing date 29-Sep-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration Various
Contact person Mish Hill
Contact details 3564 0419
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Your new role:

As the Director of Nursing and/or Midwifery (DONM), Education & Research, you will provide strategic, operational and professional leadership across Metro South Health's nursing and midwifery education and research functions, shaping contemporary practice and supporting the delivery of health service priorities. Within this role you will:

- Lead the strategic direction of nursing and midwifery education and research programs, projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with Metro South Health priorities and driving high-quality performance outcomes.
- Provide expert professional leadership and influence to shape nursing and midwifery practice, service delivery and workforce capability through innovative education, research and evidence-based approaches.
- Drive performance improvement and excellence across designated areas, fostering innovation, research translation and continuous improvement to support secure, effective and contemporary healthcare.
- Champion strong clinical and corporate governance, working collaboratively with the Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery, nursing and midwifery executives and multidisciplinary leaders to inform strategic decision-making and maximise the contribution of the professions.

About you:

We are looking for an accomplished nursing and/or midwifery leader who can bring strategic vision, contemporary professional expertise and a strong commitment to education, research and improved health outcomes. We are seeking candidates with:

- Demonstrated ability to provide strategic and operational leadership, translating organisational priorities into effective education and research programs and initiatives.




- Proven experience leading innovative education and professional development strategies that build workforce capability and support contemporary nursing and midwifery practice.
- Demonstrated commitment to research excellence, evidence-based practice and the translation of research into improved clinical practice and service outcomes.
- Strong understanding and application of clinical and corporate governance, risk management, quality improvement and performance frameworks within a complex health service environment.
- Highly developed ability to build effective partnerships and influence across nursing, midwifery, multidisciplinary and executive teams to achieve shared strategic objectives.
- Demonstrated capacity to lead complex change, foster innovation and inspire high-performing teams in a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment.

What we can offer you:

- We offer a family-friendly work environment that supports you in making the most of Queensland's laid-back lifestyle.
- We are renowned for teaching and research excellence with strong relations with Queensland's leading tertiary institutions.
- We want to empower you to build a long-term career, with countless opportunities to learn and grow, no matter your role
- You'll have all the benefits of working for Queensland's world-class public health system including generous

and access to relevant professional development allowances and/or leave, study and research assistance, corporate discounts and employee wellness programs.

About us:

INTEGRITY | COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | RESPECT | ENGAGEMENT | EXCELLENCE

Our values were created by employees for employees to shape our culture and inspire positive interactions in the workplace. Diversity of ideas, skills, traditions, and customs is celebrated as one of our greatest strengths. Having a workforce that reflects and understands the needs and expectations of our community is important to delivering safe, kinder, and more inclusive care.

We recognise our strength comes from the diversity of our people and so we encourage people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, abilities, languages,



sexual orientation, and family responsibilities to apply.

We are better together.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Please review the Role Description for more information on application process requirements. Agency referrals will not be accepted for this position.

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