- Lead nursing and midwifery at Lismore Base Hospital, a major regional referral hospital serving Northern NSW.
- Shape care, culture and workforce capability, with the scope to drive meaningful improvements for patients and staff.
- Combine a significant leadership opportunity with the Northern Rivers lifestyle, close to coastal communities and hinterland.
Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) delivers public healthcare to more than 300,000 residents across Northern NSW. With over 7 800 staff, a growing population and significant investment in healthcare infrastructure, NNSWLHD provides high-quality care across a diverse network of hospitals and community services.
The Opportunity
NNSWLHD is seeking an experienced and inspiring nursing and midwifery leader to join Lismore Base Hospital as Director of Nursing and Midwifery.
This is a significant operational and professional leadership role responsible for the day-to-day management and strategic oversight of nursing and midwifery services. Reporting to the GM and senior district leadership, you will drive workforce excellence, support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and contribute to the ongoing development of contemporary models of care.
Key features of the role include:
- Leading nursing and midwifery services across a complex tertiary referral hospital.
- Driving quality, safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Partnering with clinical and operational leaders to enhance service delivery.
- Supporting workforce planning, capability development and staff engagement.
- Shaping a positive workplace culture and championing change across services.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and management of nursing and midwifery services across Lismore Base Hospital.
- Foster a culture of excellence, accountability and patient-centred care.
- Lead workforce planning, resource management and budget oversight.
- Drive quality improvement activities and implementation of evidence-based practice.
- Support organisational priorities through strategic planning and service development.
- Build strong multidisciplinary relationships across the hospital and wider district.
About You
You will be an experienced nursing leader with:
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse.
- Postgraduate qualifications in leadership, management or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience leading large and diverse clinical workforces.
- Strong operational, workforce and financial management capability.
- Proven success driving service improvement, workforce engagement and organisational change.
- Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement and people leadership skills.
Why Join NNSWLHD?
- Lead one of regional NSW's most significant nursing and midwifery portfolios.
- Influence patient care and workforce outcomes at scale.
- Work alongside a highly committed executive and clinical leadership team.
- Contribute to major health service initiatives and service innovation.
- Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of the Northern Rivers region, including Byron Bay, Ballina and the surrounding hinterland.
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Director of Nursing & Midwifery in Lismore employer: Ccentric
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service (CHHHS) is an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the health and wellbeing of over 250,000 people in Far North Queensland. With a strong commitment to innovation, inclusion, and community partnership, CHHHS fosters a collaborative work culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact while offering ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Located in the vibrant city of Cairns, employees enjoy a unique lifestyle surrounded by stunning natural beauty, making it an ideal place for those seeking both career fulfilment and a rewarding personal life.
