Assistant Director of Nursing (Patient Access and Flow Unit)

The Role

An opportunity has become available for an Assistant Director of Nursing (Patient Access and Flow Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Be progressive in patient flow and be able to initiate change collaboratively
Support the team with the knowledge and skills required for patient flow and Incident Control
Demonstrate the ability to neogtiate, collbaorte and consult with key stakeholders
Be responsible for the management of any outstanding rostering issues

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading

Salary

Permanent full time
$155,831 - $163,382 per annum

About Us

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) PAFU (Patient and Access Flow Unit) is a senior level manager who is responsible for the Hospital Nurse Coordinator (HNC) Teams at GCUH (Gold Coast University Hospital) and Robina and the Transfer Units at GCUH and Robina. This role is integral to maintaining relationships with all stakeholders and ensuring that patient flow and the management of incident control is optimised within the Health Service.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 26 August 2025

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC653027

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