Expert Clinical Risk Manager for SA Health

1 week ago


Mount Gambier, South Australia SA Health Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and skilled clinical professional to join our team as an Advanced Nursing/Midwife Consultant – Clinical Risk at the Limestone Coast Local Health Network in South Australia.

About the Role

In this dynamic role, you will provide expert clinical leadership and drive improvements in patient safety and care outcomes across our network. You will use your clinical expertise to manage and mitigate clinical risk, ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance, while enhancing overall organisational performance and the consumer experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and support the implementation and management of clinical risk strategies across LCLHN, ensuring effective outcomes in line with organisational objectives.
  • Provide expert clinical leadership and advice to nursing and midwifery teams, medical officers, executives, quality, risk & safety teams, and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate and lead projects and programs that enhance patient, client, and service outcomes.
  • Manage and provide medico-legal advice to the LCLHN, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk minimisation.
  • Oversee the investigation and management of adverse events, collaborating with relevant stakeholders, including clinical staff, patients, and consumers, to develop corrective actions.
  • Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of relevant Departmental and Government policies and state-wide portfolios.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Qualifications: Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse or Nurse/Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.
  • Leadership: Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with excellent communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
  • Autonomy & Innovation: The ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy, bringing creative and innovative solutions to complex clinical risks.
  • Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and promote consumer engagement initiatives.
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years post-registration experience as a Nurse and/or Midwife.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary package of $128,327 - $133,758 per annum, plus generous benefits including salary sacrifice options and relocation assistance up to $13,000 for those relocating to the region.

Why Join Us?

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network offers a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region. Our network is surrounded by world-class wine regions, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia's best coastline, offering a unique work-life balance opportunity.



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