What’s on Offer
This is a unique opportunity that has been recently modified to take on a high-impact leadership role at one of Australia’s premier healthcare facilities. You will be part of an organisation renowned for innovation and excellence, with access to:
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
- The chance to lead cutting-edge initiatives within a leading hospital.
- A collaborative and values-driven team environment.
- A workplace culture grounded in NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment.
Westmead Hospital, part of the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), is a leading healthcare provider delivering world-class services to over a million residents. Recognised for its excellence in clinical services, research, and education, the hospital provides comprehensive care, from trauma and transplants to advanced gastroenterology and neonatal intensive care.
Westmead Hospital is one of the largest health, education, research, and training precincts in Australia, having undergone a recent redevelopment. With over 12,500 dedicated professionals and a rapidly evolving health precinct, WSLHD fosters an inclusive and dynamic environment that values professional growth, diversity, and excellence.
The Opportunity
The Director of Nursing and Midwifery at Westmead Hospital is a key executive role responsible for providing leadership, governance, strategic and operational management across the Nursing and Midwifery Services. Reporting to the General Manager of Westmead Hospital and working closely with the Facility Executive Team leading a large, multidisciplinary team, the Director of Nursing and Midwifery will provide:
- Strategic, operational and professional leadership of Nursing & Midwifery Services, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care delivery aligned with national and organisational standards.
- Oversight of governance, risk, and performance, including accreditation, workforce planning, budget management, clinical outcomes, and safety initiatives.
- Operational responsibility for patient flow, infection control, disaster management, staffing levels, and compliance with professional and regulatory requirements.
- Drive innovation, education, and research, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, capability development, and future workforce planning.
- Active participation in executive leadership, including on-call responsibilities, stakeholder engagement, media management, and alignment with NSW Health CORE values and strategic priorities.
As an accomplished and forward-thinking leader, you possess a wealth of experience in driving organisational change management. The successful applicant will bring:
- Extensive senior nursing leadership experience in relevant health settings, supported by tertiary qualifications and proven operational management capability.
- Strong resource management skills, ensuring safe, culturally responsive, high-quality care through effective use of human, physical, and financial assets.
- Proven strategic and workforce planning expertise, including the implementation of adaptable workforce models aligned with evolving service needs.
- Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to lead change and manage complex HR and industrial matters.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving ability, with deep knowledge of contemporary nursing/midwifery practice and current professional issues.
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse – Division 1.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion, to receive the Executive Brief or for any role-related questions, please contact Simon Wybenga, Associate Director or Hannah Arnott at Orchard Talent Group via westmeadhospital@orchardtalent.com.au or (02) 9157 6226.
To apply, please submit your current CV and address the selection criteria via the link. Applications close: Tuesday 1st July 2025.
The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
