Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $189,119 - $271,089
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Science and research
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/00768204
About the role:
The Chief Nurse Officer (CNO) is responsible for providing strategic clinical leadership, advice to the Minister, Department of Health, Safer Care Victoria (SCV) and the broader health service and hospital sector on nursing (excluding Mental health and Midwifery).
The CNO is a key member of the SCV Senior Leadership Team and will work together with colleagues, as one team, to deliver the strategy of the organisation. It is not about your team and its deliverables it is about a singular goal and mission, improving outcomes for the population of Victoria.
The CNO is the principal advisor on all matters relating to nursing, and for the provision of professional leadership and direction on a diverse range of nursing issues for Victoria.
The CNO oversees the development of policies and initiatives to support the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality person-centred care on behalf of SCV. Engagement with senior stakeholders and leaders across government and the broader health sector will be required. The role provides a link between Safer Care Victoria, the Department and the broader nursing community and promotes the interests of nursing in Victoria as well as nationally and internationally.
About us:
At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.
We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.
Safer Care Victoria was established in January 2017 to ensure our health services are providing safe, high-quality care to patients: every time, everywhere. As well as monitoring the standards of care provided, Safer Care Victoria is partnering with patients, clinicians and health service managers to support the continuous improvement of health care.
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How to apply:
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@hea lth.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.
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