Nursing Director - Patient Flow, Queensland Health

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 166,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Flexible work-life balance

Employee assistance program

Discounted private health insurance

Fitness passport

Job summary

Queensland Health in Rockhampton is seeking a Nursing Director - Patient Flow to lead strategies that improve hospital avoidance and strengthen community-based care. You will oversee the Patient Flow directorate's operations and finances, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and health facilities to ensure efficient service delivery.

Using data analysis and predictive modelling, you will drive innovation and ensure patients receive timely care in the right place, guiding discharge planning

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated accountability and commitment to high nursing standards.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills with ability to mentor staff.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, prioritisation and time management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to improve hospital avoidance and community-based care.
• Oversee operational and financial performance of the Patient Flow directorate.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and Queensland Health facilities to coordinate patient care.
• Provide expert strategic advice using data analysis and predictive modelling to drive innovation and timely care.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

RN registration (AHPRA)

Job description

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 cafés, 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 contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• On-call allowance
• Professional development leave and allowance
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine 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.

Nursing Director - Patient Flow, Queensland Health Rockhampton, Australia