Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing
 
Central Perth Location | Full-Time | Not-for-Profit Organisation
 

• Competitive Salary $160-$170k base depending on Qualifications & Experience
• Not for Profit – generous salary sacrificing
• 2 years fixed term contract with view to extend to permanent

Our client is a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation, delivering world-class clinical services from Australia’s leading dedicated cancer trials facility. The organisation is recognised for advancing innovative therapies and maintaining the highest standards of clinical governance, safety, and compliance.
About the Opportunity
Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing to provide senior clinical leadership across a fast-paced, highly regulated healthcare environment based in Central Perth, Western Australia.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an accomplished Nurse Manager from high-acuity, high-throughput areas such as Emergency Department (ED), Radiology, Oncology, Haematology, perioperative services, or other complex clinical settings.
 
Working within a service that supports patients living with cancer, this role offers the opportunity to lead a team delivering care to individuals navigating some of the most significant moments in their healthcare journey. It is a role that combines clinical excellence with compassion — contributing to services that directly support patients accessing advanced and potentially life-changing therapies.
 
The successful candidate will bring strong operational oversight, confidence in escalation management, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment.
This role balances strategic leadership with active clinical engagement — ideal for a leader who can both guide the bigger picture and step in when required to support safe, efficient service delivery.
 
 
Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership across clinical services, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient workflow.
• Lead and support Senior Nurses and functional leads, ensuring clear escalation pathways and strong accountability frameworks.
• Strengthen clinical governance, risk management, and quality systems to maintain inspection-ready standards.
• Oversee integration across clinical, laboratory, and compliance functions to ensure consistent standards and seamless operations.
• Promote adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and best-practice standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to support service growth, complexity, and volume.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and high-performing team culture.

 
About You
Our client is seeking a confident and adaptable Nurse Leader who:

• Holds current AHPRA registration Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Has strong experience in fast-paced clinical environments (e.g. ED, Radiology, Oncology or other acute settings)
• Demonstrates exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills
• Brings strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Is comfortable leading change, managing risk, and supporting governance frameworks
• Can balance strategic oversight with hands-on operational leadership
• Experience in clinical trials or regulatory environments is highly regarded but not essential

 
Culture & Benefits
Our client offers a supportive, innovative workplace that values diversity, collaboration, and professional growth.
Benefits include:

• Competitive base salary $160,000-$170,000 + superannuation (depending on experience and qualifications)
• Generous Not-for-Profit salary packaging, enabling tax savings of up to $18,550
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Access to discounted health insurance
• Discounted gym memberships
• Employee Assistance Program for staff and families
• A collaborative leadership team within a respected research and clinical environment

 
Location
This full-time role is based in Central Perth, Western Australia, offering an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned Nurse Manager seeking meaningful impact within a purpose-led organisation.
 
�� Why Apply Through Healthcare Australia

• Designated consultant to support you throughout the recruitment process
• Preparation advice regarding resume, cover letter, and interview success
• Specific information about the role provided prior to application
• Access to additional job options and opportunities if unsuccessful
• Exceptional service and streamlined progression through the recruitment process
• Feedback requested and provided at all stages
• Continued communication and support after employment has commenced

 
How to Apply
For more information on this exciting opportunity, please call Sharon Eden, Senior Permanent Recruiter, on 08 7421 4437 today.
Or email: sharon.eden@healthcareaustralia.com.au