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The Assistant Director of Nursing Ipswich Hospital Expansion Project is responsible in supporting the provision of strategic, commissioning and operational leadership, management and coordination of the new services for the facility. The role ensures the provision of an expert patient focused service that meets the legislative standards of care and needs of the community.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 10
Workplace Location Brisbane - West,Ipswich region
Job ad reference QLD/WM693068_09
Closing date 11-Oct-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration 12 months with possibility of extension
Contact person Rebecca Helland
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About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.

At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:

- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:

About you

The ideal person for this role will be someone who can demonstrate the following:





- Demonstrated high level knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and capacity in leadership skills and management practices to engage and motivate stakeholders to achieve quality patient outcomes and productivity targets.
- Demonstrated commitment to outcome-driven performance and organisational achievement.
- Demonstrated proficiency to work effectively within a leadership team to meet the demands of complex healthcare environments in an isolated health service.
- Demonstrated high-level interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills, ability to consult, negotiate, and liaise effectively with (internal and external) key stakeholders, patients, their families and/or carers.
- Demonstrated advanced level knowledge and understanding of the key concepts of national and state health legislation, policies, frameworks and standards.

Mandatory Requirements

- It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against the following vaccine preventable diseases during their employment as required by
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with Ahpra. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.

Why choose us

- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, versatile work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
- A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

To apply

For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities,



knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

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