Patient Safety Senior Officer

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service; Blackwater; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development Leave

Ongoing Professional Development and E

Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety

Generous Salary Sacrificing Options

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide clinical leadership and expert advice on patient safety and quality improvement across CQ Health. You will coordinate clinical governance portfolios and drive innovations in practice.

You will act as a role model and educational resource, supporting staff orientation and capacity building, participating in audits and research to improve care for our diverse communities from Rockhampton to Gladstone and

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration.
• Proven ability to lead in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong report writing and stakeholder engagement.
• Proactive in driving best practice and service improvement.
• Committed to professional development and student support.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and professional advice on patient safety and quality improvement.
• Coordinate portfolios related to clinical governance and ensure alignment with priorities.
• Identify gaps between policy and practice and lead clinical innovations.
• Act as a role model and educational resource for staff, including orientation and capacity building.
• Participate in clinical audits and research to improve care outcomes.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff education

Stakeholder engagement

Quality improvement

Communication skills

Education

AHPRA registered nurse

Job description

• Paid Parental Leave

Join a nursing team where your voice matters.

In this role, you will bridge the gap between clinical policy and bedside practice, acting as a vital resource for staff across Central Queensland. You will be part of a supportive environment that values empowered people and professional excellence. We offer the chance to work at the top of your scope, participating in research and quality initiatives that have a tangible impact on our community's health outcomes while maintaining a genuine work‑life balance.

About us:

The Quality and Safety Division at CQ Health leads the delivery of safe, person‑centred care across a vast and beautiful region. From the regional hub of Rockhampton to the vibrant communities of Gladstone and Emerald, we operate as a unified team. We pride ourselves on a culture that supports and invests in our people, ensuring great care for Central Queenslanders is delivered by great people in a great place to work.

About the role:

• Provide clinical leadership and professional advice on patient safety and quality improvement.
• Coordinate portfolios related to clinical governance and ensure alignment with organisational priorities.
• Identify inconsistencies between policy and practice and lead the implementation of clinical innovations.
• Act as a role model and educational resource for staff, including orientation and capacity building.
• Participate in clinical audits and research to achieve agreed care outcomes for our consumers.

About you:

• You are a Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• You have a proven ability to lead and work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• You demonstrate high‑level communication skills to prepare accurate reports and engage stakeholders.
• You are proactive in achieving best practice outcomes and identifying opportunities for service improvement.
• You possess a strong commitment to your own professional development and the support of undergraduate students.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $139,931 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $57.76 - $61.85 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Professional Development Leave
• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work‑Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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.

Applications close: Monday, 19 October 2026

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Further information

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

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