Executive Director of Care, Chief Nurse and Midwife

Permanent Full-Time - 76 hours per fortnight

Are you a visionary leader ready to make a real difference in healthcare? We are seeking a passionate, dynamic, and inspirational leader to join the MDHS Executive Team as Executive Director of Care, Chief Nurse and Midwife. This is your opportunity to shape the future of an integrated health service and leave a lasting legacy in your community.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will take the helm in leading Acute, Community, and Residential Services with purpose and confidence. As a cornerstone of our Executive Team, you'll champion our Vision, Purpose, and Strategic Direction — all within a robust clinical governance framework. If you're driven to inspire teams, elevate care standards, and lead meaningful change, we want to hear from you!

What We're Looking For

We're searching for someone who brings energy, integrity, and excellence to everything they do. The ideal candidate will:

• Embrace and actively promote our Values — Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability & Togetherness
• Demonstrate high-level leadership skills and professional credibility
• Possess highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Have a proven ability to build and sustain a positive, thriving workplace culture
• Apply practical, analytical, and logical problem-solving skills in complex environments

Qualifications / Experience

• Post-graduate qualifications in Management
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Specialist Expertise

To truly excel in this role, you'll bring a powerful combination of technical knowledge and people leadership, including:

• Developed knowledge of and hands-on experience with Activity Based Funding and Residential Funding
• Working knowledge of health accreditation standards, including National Standards and Aged Care Quality Standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to conduct business and performance analysis and implement effective strategies
• The ability to set clear standards, targets, and objectives — and achieve them by inspiring and influencing the performance of others
• Demonstrated success in building high-performing teams and managing staff with confidence and compassion
• A proven track record of cultivating a positive, inclusive workplace culture

Why join us?

We pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive workplace, where staff feel valued and encouraged to grow. You’ll be joining a cheerful, hardworking team who truly put people first.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those returning to the workforce.

If you have good availability, strong communication skills and a flexible approach, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Applicants must include the following:

• Resume
• Cover Letter — please ensure your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

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The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play - beautiful areas to explore, only 50 minutes from Ballarat & Bendigo, and two hours from Melbourne.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk-assessed role.