Patient Safety Senior Officer

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service; Springsure; On-site; AUD 115,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing Professional Development and E

Job summary

Central Queensland Health is seeking collaborative leaders across Nursing, Health Practitioner and Administrative Governance streams. You will lead patient safety activities, provide governance advice to clinical teams and analyse data to drive safer care.

The role offers mentorship, professional autonomy and a culture of continuous improvement for CQ region hospital services. You will engage with senior management, lead quality improvement initiatives and facilitate education to empower

Qualifications

• Qualification, registration or relevant experience as Health Practitioner, RN, or Admin Officer.
• Proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.
• Strong analytical and communication skills for senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate patient safety activities and investigations.
• Provide governance advice to clinical teams to ensure safety standards.
• Analyse complex clinical data to identify risks and improvements.
• Facilitate educational sessions to build safety capability.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to implement policy changes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Quality improvement

Education

Nursing or Health Practitioner registration

Admin governance qualification

Job description

At Central Queensland Health, our Patient Safety Team is at the heart of our mission to provide great care. We are looking for collaborative leaders to join us in three distinct streams: Nursing, Health Practitioner, and Administrative Governance. You will work within a connected, multidisciplinary team dedicated to a culture of transparency and continuous improvement. We don't just offer a job; we offer the chance to be a trusted business partner to our clinical areas, translating complex data into safer bedside care. Here, you will find professional autonomy, senior mentorship, and a community that truly welcomes you.

About us

The Quality and Safety Division at Central Queensland 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

• Lead and coordinate comprehensive patient safety activities and incident investigations across the health service.
• Provide expert advice and governance support to clinical teams to ensure high standards of quality and safety.
• Analyse complex clinical data to identify emerging risks and drive evidence-based practice improvements.
• Facilitate educational sessions and capability building to foster a proactive safety culture.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to implement policy changes and clinical innovations.

About you

• You are appointable as a Health Practitioner, Registered Nurse or Administration Officer – with the relevant qualification, registration or experience.
• You possess high-level analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex clinical and operational issues.
• You are a clear and influential communicator, capable of engaging effectively with senior management and clinical teams.
• You demonstrate a proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.
• You have a deep understanding of clinical governance frameworks and National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards.
• You are committed to ongoing professional learning and the empowerment of colleagues through education.

What we offer

Total remuneration value of up to $157,359 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary between $125,607 - $134,548 p.a. (Admin)
• A salary between $128,169 - $137,918 p.a. (HP)
• A salary between $114,532 - $122,643 p.a. (Nurse)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• 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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