The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse Consultant (Business Practice Improvement Officer) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Analyse performance and activity indicators relating to service improvement
Develop and deliver a suite of reports informing performance indicators
Demonstrate advanced specialist skills and knowledge of Emergency Department models of care, operational processes and Key Performance Indicators
Lead and coordinate the Data Integrity and Quality Team in reviewing Emergency Department presentation data, ensuring accurate diagnosis coding, and arrival and departure data to attain optimal funding outcomes
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
A Masters or higher qualification within a relevant area is highly desirable
Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent Full Time or Permanent Part Time (Variable Hours)
Base salary ranging from $139,951 - $151,9449 per annum or $70.58 - $76.63 per hour
About Us
Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service's Emergency Care Services encompasses Emergency Departments (ED) at Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH), Robina Hospital, the Minor Injuries and Illness Centre at Tugun Satellite Health Centre and provides Emergency care to the Queensland Police Service Watchhouses at Southport and Beenleigh. Across the two ED's, approximately 190,000 emergency presentations are provided care annually, with GCUH ED recognised as one of the busiest mixed ED's in the Southern Hemisphere. GCUH is a Level 6 QLD Clinical Services Capability Framework (CSCF) facility and a Royal Australian College of Surgeons (RACS) Level 1 accredited Trauma facility. Robina Hospital provides Level 4 services under the QLD CSCF. Both Robina and GCUH ED's manage Adult and Paediatric presentations. Research and Education are key priorities for our division, with Gold Coast Health and Hospital Service (GCHHS) Emergency Care Service (ECS) research recognised as a world leader in collaborative research activities. Our education team supports staff development and is aligned to the vision of providing the best Emergency Nursing service in Australia.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 6 August 2026.
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC688219
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