Nursing Director - Surgery (504761)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Launceston seeks a Nursing Director - Surgery to lead the Department of Surgery, ensuring operational excellence and optimal patient outcomes. Candidates should have significant experience in operational management and a Registered Nurse accreditation. This pivotal role offers a salary of $159,884 plus benefits including relocation support and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Travel and relocation assistance up to $15,000

Professional development opportunities

Fitness Passport access for family members

Qualifications

• Specialist knowledge in operational management for Surgery Services.
• Demonstrated ability to manage human, physical, and financial resources.
• Experience in planning and research in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Direct operational activities of clinical services.
• Manage the Elective Surgery Waiting List.
• Develop clinical management policies and guidelines.

Skills

Operational management

Strategic policy development

Critical analysis

Financial resource management

Education

Registered Nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia registration

Post graduate qualifications

Job description

The Team:

The Nursing Director - Surgery is a key leadership role at LGH and working in collaboration with the Clinical Director of Surgery is responsible for developing and delivering the Department of Surgery Operational Plan. All of our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role:

Direct the operational activities of the designated clinical services consistent with Hospitals North objectives and provide effective leadership, coordination and direction for the management of human, financial and material resources to achieve these objectives.

Assist in the development and application of clinical management policies, protocols and guidelines that will enable the evaluation of services against evidence-based practice standards.

Manage the Elective Surgery Waiting List in consultation with the Director of Surgery to ensure Elective Surgery Targets are achieved in line with the Hospitals North service agreement with the Department of Health (DoH).

In consultation with the Executive Director Operations and Performance and Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery, be the single point of accountability for the overall senior leadership, strategic and operational management of the human, physical and financial resources including NHPPD for a defined number of clinical and associated support services

You will need:

Specialist knowledge and experience in providing operational management, strategic policy, and planning and research for Surgery Services.

Demonstrated ability in contemporary management, operational planning and critical analysis in a complex environment including knowledge of national and state health issues and reform agendas.

Ability to contribute effectively as a member of the senior management team with proven experience in the management of human, physical and financial resources, including the ability to manage performance of staff and mentor both senior/junior nursing/non-nursing staff.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, full time, day worker (with on-call) position, working 76hours per fortnight, commencing from 29 September 2025.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary:$159,884 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance withNurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant post graduate qualifications

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• 504761 Nursing Director Surgery G8-5 (July 2025).docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Alison Cooper
Position: A/Executive Director Operations & Performance - Hospitals North
Phone number: 0499794824
Email address: [e-mail]

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