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Nursing Service Director (Level 5.1), Paediatric Palliative CareJob no: 928315Work type: Part timeLocation: Adelaide CBDCategories: Nursing/MidwiferyWomens and Childrens Health Network, Allied Health, Complex, Sub-Acute and Spiritual Care, North Adelaide (5006)Salary Classification - RN/M5.1 - Registered Nursing/Midwifery LV 5.1 - $144,064.00 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice BenefitsPart Time (0.63 FTE), Term ContractAbout WCHNJoin the Womens and Childrens Health Network (WCHN), South Australias leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. Were shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence with our communities at the heart of everything we do.What WCHN Can Offer YouAccess to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g., mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)Free public transport to and from the Womens and Childrens Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquiry person for further information.About the roleProvides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for Paediatric Palliative Care, overseeing nursing services, governance, workforce management, and innovation to deliver highquality, holistic care for children with lifelimiting illness across SA and the NT.Key duties of the roleProvide strategic and operational leadership, clinical governance, and service direction for Paediatric Palliative Care.Lead, manage and support nursing staff, including line management of RN3 and RN4 roles.Ensure delivery of highquality, holistic, and individualised care for children with lifelimiting illness across SA and the NT.Coordinate innovation, research, safety, and quality improvement initiatives within the service and broader network.Provide expert clinical leadership, assessment, education, and advice across interdisciplinary and community nursing teams.Skills and ExperienceState Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practising certificate.Registered Nurse with at least 5 years post registration experience.Experience as a senior leader or manager in health care.Effective leadership skills including highly developed skills in communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and negotiation.Experience in managing staff from various multidisciplinary backgrounds.Enquiries can be directed toMary CossichPosition: Medical Unit Head Paediatric Palliative CarePhone: 8161 7994E-mail: [email protected] to learn more about career opportunities at WCHN? Click Here to discover how you can Realise Your Potential and join one of our many teams making a positive difference in the community.To learn more about this role including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:RNM5.1 - Nursing Service Director - Role Description - 910372.pdfImmunisation Requirements ChecklistApplicant Documents ChecklistThe South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Want further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Application Closing Date: Sunday 8th February 2026 -11:55PM #J-18808-Ljbffr