Director Clinical & Care Governance

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Quality, Risk and Safety
• Location negotiable across Limestone Coast region
• Salary: $160,848 p.a - RN/RM5.2; $127,346 - $139,281 p.a - AHP5
• Ongoing Full Time 

Ready to lead the charge in quality healthcare governance? We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Director Clinical & Care Governance to steer the continued development of safety and quality systems within the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN). As a key leader, you will ensure the delivery of respectful and reliable healthcare every day, promoting a culture of clinical improvement and innovation across our health units. 
You’ll provide expert advice to the Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery, managing clinical risk, overseeing the Clinical Governance Framework, and ensuring compliance with national safety standards. Your strategic direction will contribute directly to patient safety, quality care, and improved clinician practice across LCLHN services.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team to implement quality, safety, and risk management strategies.
• Provide expert advice on clinical governance to senior leadership.
• Oversee the monitoring and evaluation of clinical information systems to inform decision-making.
• Lead the development and implementation of clinical risk management and safety initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in clinical practice.
• Ensure compliance with national healthcare standards and legislative requirements. 

This role is multi-classed at AHP5 or RN/RM5.2 level and classification will be determined by qualifications held.
 
What We’re Looking For:

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse/Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate with at least 5 years post registration experience; or
• Must hold a degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline which provides eligibility for membership with a relevant professional association. Expected to hold higher qualifications relevant to health care and the role. 
• Proven leadership and management experience in clinical governance
• Expertise in analysing complex issues and developing innovative solutions.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success in leading clinical quality improvement initiatives.
• Ability to navigate a large, complex organisation and engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience with contemporary management processes and practices in healthcare. 

Why Join Us? 

• Be part of a high-profile leadership team in one of South Australia's most vital health networks, with the opportunity to influence policy and system change.
• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Join a values-driven team that encourages shared learning, innovation, and professional growth across disciplines.
• Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program. 

The Region
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the southeastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.
 
The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.
 
Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide 

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN   
 
Enquiries:
Dr Sue Abhary
Executive Director of Medical Services
Phone: 8721 1387
E-mail: Sue.Abhary@sa.gov.au
 
Applications close:
23 July 2025, 11:55PM
 
For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 907620