Nursing Director - Patient Flow

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 185,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Flexible work-life balance

Leave loading

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted private health insurance

Fitness passport

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a frontline nurse leader to develop and implement strategies that reduce hospital avoidance and strengthen community-based care. You will oversee the Patient Flow directorate's operations and finances, working across multidisciplinary teams to coordinate timely care.

The role requires current AHPRA RN registration, strong leadership and excellent communication, with responsibilities spanning mentoring staff, prioritising decisions and engaging with senior

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated accountability, professionalism and high standards of care.
• Strong leadership, collaboration and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to improve hospital avoidance and community-based care.
• Oversee the Patient Flow directorate's operational and financial performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and health service partners to coordinate care.
• Provide expert strategic advice using data and predictive modelling to drive performance.

Skills

Nursing Registration

Leadership

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse registration (AHPRA)

Job description

About us:Rockhampton Hospital is Central Queensland's 305-bed referral hub, bringing together a wide range of specialist services to care for patients with diverse and often complex needs. From emergency and intensive care to maternity, rehabilitation and specialist medical treatment, you'll be part of a hospital that supports patients throughout their healthcare journey.Ready to swap peak-hour traffic for short commutes, more affordable housing and more time to enjoy life outside work? Spend your weekends exploring Mount Archer, walking the Fitzroy River or escaping to the Capricorn Coast's beaches and islands. From great cafes, restaurants and live music to family-friendly attractions, sporting facilities and a lively events calendar, there's plenty to enjoy.About the role:Develop and implement strategies that improve hospital avoidance, strengthen community-based care, expand virtual and integrated care models, and support timely discharges.Oversee the operational and financial performance of the Patient Flow directorate, ensuring effective service delivery and resource management.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, HHS executives, Queensland Ambulance Service and other Queensland Health facilities to coordinate seamless patient care.Provide expert strategic advice using data analysis, predictive modelling and best practice to drive innovation, improve performance and ensure patients receive timely care in the right place.About you:Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Demonstrated accountability, professional integrity and commitment to high standards of nursing care and service delivery.Strong leadership, collaboration and relationship-building skills, including mentoring staff, resolving conflict and supporting multidisciplinary decision-making.Excellent communication, negotiation, prioritisation and time management skills, with the ability to engage respectfully with colleagues, senior leaders and service users.What we offer:Total remuneration value of up to $211,068 p.a. is comprised of:An hourly of $93.29 p.h.An annual salary of $184,991 p.a.12.75% employer superannuation contribution17.5% leave loadingAdditional Benefits:Ongoing Professional Development and Education OpportunitiesOn-call allowanceProfessional development leave and allowanceFlexible Work-Life Balance and VarietyGenerous Salary Sacrificing OptionsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Discounted Private Health InsuranceFitness PassportVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.How to apply:To apply, please submit the following:Your current CV or resume, including referees.A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.For assistance:Contact [e-mail] the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J696000Applications close: Thursday, 12 November 2026#RockhamptonFrontline Support: This frontline support role provides essential support enabling the development and delivery of frontline services, programs and outcomes.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.