Director of Nursing (Eventide RACF)

About your opportunity:

The Director of Nursing/Facility Manager (DON/FM) is accountable for the leadership and management of the Eventide Residential Aged Care Facility (ERACF) ensuring the provision of quality and contemporary residential aged care.  The role is responsible for decision making, leadership, service development, innovation, and excellence in the provision of care and service delivery for the residents at ERACF.

As DON/FM, the position will have single point accountability for the day-to-day clinical, financial and human resource management and be responsible for the efficient operation for the 110 residential aged care beds at ERACF.  The DON/FM is required to provide effective strategic leadership, operational management and coordination of the ERACF.

The DON/FM is accountable for the implementation of clinical governance and corporate frameworks and strategies that assure all services are culturally competent, safe, accessible, effective and efficient and of high quality.  The DON/FM will demonstrate advanced leadership skills that will guide and foster teamwork in the multidisciplinary setting while enabling compliance with the Aged Care Act 2024 (Cth) and Aged Care Quality Standards.

About your new employer:

• Clinical Excellence: Delivering advanced surgical care including robotic-assisted procedures and future transplant services. 
• Career Growth: Opportunities to lead education, research, and service development within your specialty. 
• Supportive Culture: Work within a collegiate team committed to excellence and collaboration. 
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy generous leave entitlements and flexible working arrangements. 

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $160,507 to $168,284 p.a. (NG10)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
• Accommodation: Accommodation will be provided for the successful applicant.

Role Requirements:

• Mandatory qualification and registration with AHPRA.
• Travel is a requirement of ths position.
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted, including NDIS Screening check and Legislated Key Personnel Suitability Check.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Interested?

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Sari Holland on (07) 4433 4555.

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV675231

Applications close: Wednesday, 25 February 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.