NORTHERN ADELAIDE LOCAL HEALTH NETWORK · 2020-02-20 · Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) was established in 2011 and provides health care for more than 400,000 people

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Director of Nursing Mental Health NORTHERN ADELAIDE LOCAL HEALTH NETWORK

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Executive Summary 3

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network & SA Health

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Director of Nursing

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Employment Terms & Conditions

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How to Apply

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

• Clinical and strategic leadership role • Facilitate innovation in order to improve access to quality mental health services • Opportunity to lead change

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is part of South Australia Health which provides a range of acute and sub-acute services for people of all ages living in the northern metropolitan Adelaide. Hospitals and services within NALHN include the Lyell McEwin Hospital, Modbury Hospital, a range of sub-acute and primary health care services and a number of state-wide services. The northern area of Adelaide is currently the highest population growth area in South Australia. NALHN is now seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) Mental Health who is dynamic, resilient, compassionate and an inspirational leader. The Director of Nursing will be responsible for jointly leading the strategic and operational leadership of the mental health division and significantly contributing to the achievement of NALHN’s strategic objectives and South Australia’s Health Care Plan. In conjunction with the Divisional Director (Medical) and the Director Allied Health & Community Services, this position is also accountable for the achievement of strategic and operational deliverables for Mental Health Services across all NALHN sites. This includes operational service delivery, responsibility for nursing and operational staff, support services, budget, risk management, work health and safety, and quality.. The Director of Nursing Mental Health is therefore jointly accountable with the Divisional Director (Medical) and the Director Allied Health & Community Services for holding and managing the divisional budget. A proven track record of experience in the same or similar executive role in a complex organisation is desirable



NORTHERN ADELAIDE LOCAL HEALTH NETWORK Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) was established in 2011 and provides health care for more than 400,000 people living in the northern metropolitan area of Adelaide as well as providing a number of state-wide services, and services to those in regional areas. The LHN includes some of the least affluent parts of the state. As a whole, residents of NALHN rate lower on population health measures than residents of other LHNs and are also more likely to have chronic disease or risk factors for chronic disease. The northern area of Adelaide is currently the highest population growth area in SA. By 2026 it is anticipated that a quarter of the state’s population will live in the northern metropolitan catchment area. The recent implementation of the National Health Reform in 2011 saw the establishment of five Local Health Networks across SA intended to promote, maintain and restore the health of the communities they serve. The NALHN provides a range of acute and sub-acute health services for people of all ages and covers 16 Statistical Local Areas and four Local Government Areas (one of which crosses the Central Adelaide Local Health Network) and includes the following:

• Lyell McEwin Hospital • Modbury Hospital • GP Plus Health Care Centres and Super Clinics • Aboriginal Health Care Services • Mental Health Services (including two state-wide services – Forensics and Older Persons)

NALHN offers a range of primary health care services across the northern metropolitan area of Adelaide, with a focus on providing preventive and health promoting programs in the community, and transition and hospital substitution and avoidance programs targeted at chronic disease and frail aged. Clinical leadership of care systems is central to the current national and state-wide health reforms. NALHN care delivery is configured within clinical divisions that are patient–focused, clinically led groupings of services. Clinical Divisions are responsible for managing service delivery activities across NALHN campuses and units, bringing together empowered experts to directly make relevant decisions.



NALHN Governing Board

The State Government reformed the governance of SA Health, including establishing 10 Local Health Networks (LHNs), each with its own Governing Board taking place from 1 July 2019.

NALHN Governing Board Chair and Members

The Governing Board members bring to NALHN a wealth of knowledge and experience across many areas.

NALHN’s Board:

Ray Blight (Chair) Michael Forwood (Deputy Chair) Anne Burgess Frank Lampard OAM Robin Moore Mary Patetsos Dr Carolyn Roesler Linda South

We are confident that with the support of our highly qualified Governing Board, NALHN will be well placed to achieve better health service decisions tailored to local needs and deliver a safe, high quality and financially sustainable LHN into the future.

Lyell McEwin Hospital

The Lyell McEwin Hospital is a major tertiary hospital located in Adelaide, South Australia that provides medical, surgical, diagnostic, emergency and support services to a population of more than 300,000 people living primarily in Adelaide's north and north eastern suburbs.

Opening as a small country hospital in 1959, LMH is today recognised as a leading teaching institution for health care professionals. It works closely with the Muna Paiendi Aboriginal Community Health Centre, located on site.

In 2016, a comprehensive 24-hour, seven-day orthopaedic trauma surgery service was expanded at Lyell McEwin Hospital which provides faster access to orthopaedic surgery for resident in the north and north eastern suburbs.



Modbury Hospital Modbury Hospital, in conjunction with the Lyell McEwin Hospital (LMH), forms the NALHN acute and community services and has consistently built a strong reputation for providing well-rounded training in a community hospital. Modbury Hospital is a 174-bed, acute care teaching hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient and emergency services to a population living primarily in Adelaide’s north-eastern suburbs. In 2021, the completed redevelopment of the Modbury Hospital will bring an exciting new healthcare experience to the people in Adelaide’s north and north eastern suburbs. The facility's rejuvenation and expanded services will also give those of us who work here a fresh and functional environment. This will give the opportunity to further improve on the high quality, patient-centred care NALHN already delivers with innovation and new ideas. Construction has been carefully planned and will be completed in stages to allow NALHN to continue provide safe care throughout the project's three-year lifespan.

Major highlights include

• Expansion of the surgical floor to allow for more surgeries • Eight additional beds created in an Extended Emergency Care Unit • Co-locating the EECU with an upgraded 26 bed Short Stay General Medical Unit • A new purpose-built 20-bed Palliative Care Unit to ensure patients are cared for in a suitable

environment • Relocating the Outpatients Department to allow more streamlined access in a more efficient location • Development of a four-bed High Dependency Unit • Updating the façade to modern standards.

The redevelopment includes the re-establishment of a High Dependency Unit (HDU) at Modbury Hospital.

NALHN Mental Health Services

NALHN has a comprehensive range of public mental health services for youth, adults and older people in northern Adelaide and a Statewide forensic mental health service.

Services are provided through community health centres and hospitals, and to consumers in their own homes.

Specialty Services Other specialty services to continue to be provided by NALHN include GP Plus Health Care Centres and a Super Clinic, four dedicated Aboriginal healthcare sites, and a satellite dialysis centre.



NALHN OBJECTIVES

Acute service changes within NALHN will result in the provision of more complex services to residents in the north, including the refocus of the Lyell McEwan Hospital to become one of the three major adult tertiary hospitals in South Australia. The realignment of acute services and activity between the Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) and NALHN will increase the self-sufficiency of NALHN to at least 80% and provide better access to care for residents in the north. Reference: NALHN Annual Report: 2018-2019 Main Objectives:

• To expand services to provide an increased level of health and wellbeing for residents in the north and north east.

• Continued development of NALHN’s highly skilled and valued workforce.

• A continued commitment to patient safety and quality improvement activity across NALHN. • A strong commitment to high quality research acknowledging the valuable contribution to improving

patient care and attracting leaders in the field to NALHN. NALHN Strategic Plan 2020-2025 NALHN has released the draft Strategic Plan 2020-25 to staff and the wider community for consultation.

The strategic plan marks the beginning of the next phase of NALHN’s journey in supporting the community and sets our vision and direction for the delivery of our health services to the communities of the north and north-east Adelaide region.

NALHN’s vision is that our community has the best possible health and wellbeing throughout their life.

In delivering on the vision, NALHN has identified six strategic imperatives for NALHN to focus on over the next five years:

1. Inclusive Culture 2. Service Design 3. Digitally Smart 4. Sustainability 5. Exceptional People 6. Partnering. Further Detail on Key strategies and their relationship to SA Government objectives can be found in the NALHN Annual Report 2018-2019.

https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/74846a00-1890-4ed0-97aa-6b8b53ae5fd8/NALHN+Annual+Report+2018-19.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CACHEID=ROOTWORKSPACE-74846a00-1890-4ed0-97aa-6b8b53ae5fd8-mW5VM3M




SA HEALTH Mission To lead and deliver a comprehensive and sustainable health system that aims to ensure healthier, longer and better lives for all South Australians. We will achieve our objectives by strengthening primary health care, enhancing hospital care, reforming mental health care and improving the health of Aboriginal people. SA Health is committed to a health system that produces positive health outcomes by focusing on health promotion, illness prevention and early intervention. We will work with other government agencies and the community to address the environmental, socio economic, biological and behavioural determinants of health, and to achieve equitable health outcomes for all South Australians.



SA Health Values

The values of SA Health are used to indicate the type of conduct required by our employees and the conduct that our customers can expect from our health service:

• “We are committed to the values of integrity, respect and accountability.

• We value care, excellence, innovation, creativity, leadership and equity in health care provision and health outcomes.

• We demonstrate our values in our interactions with others in SA Health, the community, and those for whom we care”.

Code of Ethics

The Code of Ethics for the South Australian Public Sector provides an ethical framework for the public sector and applies to all public service employees:

• Democratic Values - Helping the government, under the law to serve the people of South Australia.

• Service, Respect and Courtesy - Serving the people of South Australia.

• Honesty and Integrity- Acting at all times in such a way as to uphold the public trust.

• Accountability- Holding ourselves accountable for everything we do.

• Professional Conduct Standards- Exhibiting the highest standards of professional conduct.

The Code recognises that some public sector employees are also bound by codes of conduct relevant to their profession.



Legal Entities

SA Health is the brand name for the health portfolio of services and agencies responsible to the Minister for Health and Ageing and the Minister for Mental Health and Substance Abuse. The legal entities include:

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network

• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network

• Women’s and Children’s Health Network

• Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network

• Eyre and Far North Local Health Network

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network

• Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network

• South East Local Health Network

• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network

• SA Ambulance Service

SA Health Challenges:

The health system is facing the challenges of an ageing population, increased incidence of chronic disease, workforce shortages, and ageing infrastructure. The SA Health Care Plan has been developed to meet these challenges and ensure South Australian’s have access to the best available health care in hospitals, health care centres and through GPs and other providers.



Director of Nursing Mental Health

POSITION PURPOSE The Director of Nursing Mental Health in partnership with the Divisional Director (Medical) and the Director, Allied Health (MH) & Community Mental Health is accountable for the strategic and operational leadership of the division and significantly contributes to the achievement of NALHN strategic objectives and South Australia’s Health Care Plan. In conjunction with the Divisional Director (Medical), the role provides expert level strategic and operational leadership, management, governance and direction to the Mental Health division, NALHN.

In conjunction with the Divisional Director (Medical) and the Director, Allied Health (MH) & Community Mental Health, the role is also accountable for the achievement of relevant key performance indicators and strategic and operational deliverables for Mental Health Services across all NALHN sites. This includes the development of service plans, operational service delivery, responsibility for nursing and operational staff, support services, divisional budget, risk management, WHS, and quality and safety.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The position is accountable for the following key result areas:

• Direct/Indirect patient / client care: Delivering clinical knowledge and experience to provide strategic and operational leadership, governance and direction for nursing including models of care

• Support of health service systems: Develop and implement a nursing contemporary professional practice framework

• Education: Ensure staff have the capacity to meet service delivery needs, priorities and work standards

• Research: Integrate contemporary information and research evidence with personal knowledge and

experience to support high level decision making

• Professional Leadership: Provide professional nursing advice, direction, and governance for the Mental Health division

For the complete list of key result areas and responsibilities and key performance measures associated with the position please refer to the Role Description.



SELECTION CRITERIA The Director of Nursing Mental Health will demonstrate experience, skill and knowledge in the following areas:

• Ability to achieve outcomes through effective leadership and delegation and by working in a team.

• Ability to deal with a range of issues.

• Ability to analyse options, make decisions and implement policies.

• Proven ability to create and manage change and operate effectively in an environment of complexity, uncertainty and rapid change.

• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.

• Highly developed negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

For the complete list of key result areas and responsibilities and key performance measures associated with the position please refer to the Role Description.

EXPERIENCE The Director of Nursing Mental Health will require five years post registration experience as a Nurse, experience in the implementation of new systems and introduction of significant change, substantial senior or executive management experience including personnel, finance, strategic planning and leadership. Demonstrated experience in an innovative service delivery and in effecting change in the workplace to achieve agreed outcomes, is also required. The Director of Nursing Mental Health will have knowledge of contemporary health care issues, an understanding of relevant legislation and competency standards and an appreciation of the State and local political, legal and socio-economic environments that impact upon the management of a hospital.

QUALIFICATIONS The incumbent must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate. The incumbent must also be enrolled in an approved Mental Health nursing course or hold a qualification in mental health practice. Desirable post graduate tertiary qualifications in health administration.



REPORTING & KEY RELATIONSHIPS In conjunction with the Divisional Director (Medical) and the Director, Allied Health (MH) & Community Mental Health, the position is accountable to the Chief Executive Officer for the overall outcomes of the Mental Health division. On day to day operational basis, the position will report to the Chief Operating Officer. The Direct reports into the position include:

• Nursing Director, Forensic Mental Health • Nursing Director, Older Persons Mental Health • Nursing Director, Adult and Community Mental Health • Nurse Management Facilitator(s) • Personal Assistant

View the Key Relationships/Interactions in the Role Description.

NALHN ORGANISATION STRUCTURE



KEY DATA Staffing NALHN 3857 FTE / 5240 Headcount

Annual Budget NALHN $850M

Service Location Northern Adelaide area, including Lyell McEwin and Modbury Hospitals

Useful Links Role Description NALHN Website 2020-25 Strategic Plan 2018-19 Annual Report

https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/about+us/our+local+health+networks/northern+adelaide+local+health+network

https://s3-ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/assets.yoursay.sa.gov.au/production/2019/12/18/07/42/20/60111233-130f-43c5-be01-b9ab9ce89574/0638%20NALHN%20Strategic%20Plan%202020-2025%20V11.pdf




EMPLOYMENT TERMS & CONDITIONS

REMUNERATION Total Remuneration Package - $168,701

CLASSIFICATION Registered Nurse Level 6 – RN6.5

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROBITY CHECKS Information on a person’s suitability for appointment is obtained for all appointments. Potential appointees will be asked whether there are any reasons why they should not be appointed such as: Information on a person’s criminal history and other associated probity checks will be sought from those candidates whose application has progressed to shortlisting for interview. Applicants unsure about the definition of disclosable criminal convictions or status of any criminal conviction may wish to seek legal advice in responding to the probity check questions. (A ‘disclosable’ conviction is one that is recorded by the court and has not been rehabilitated or spent under the Criminal Law (Rehabilitation of Offenders) Act 1986 and, in the case of Commonwealth convictions, the Crimes Act 1914 (Commonwealth), and does not breach the confidentiality provisions of the Youth Justice Act 1992.)

Appointment is subject to immunisation risk category requirements (see Role Description). There may be ongoing immunisation requirements that must be met. The incumbent will be required to enter into a performance agreement for the achievement of specific outcomes. The incumbent may be required to participate in Counter Disaster activities including attendance, as required, at training programs and exercises to develop the necessary skills required to participate in responses in the event of a disaster and/or major incident. The incumbent is required to be available after hours for emergent issues that arise and to be part of the On-Call Executive Roster for NALHN.



SA HEALTH

• It is mandatory that no person, whether or not currently working in SA Health, will be eligible for appointment to a position in SA Health unless they have obtained a satisfactory Criminal and Relevant History Screening.

• Prescribed Positions under the Children’s Protection Act (1993) must obtain a satisfactory Criminal

and Relevant History ‘child-related’ employment screening through the Screening and Licensing Unit, Department for Communities and Social Inclusion.

• Criminal and Relevant History Screening must be renewed every 3 years thereafter from date of issue for ‘Prescribed Positions’ under the Children’s Protection Act 1993 or ‘Approved Aged Care Provider Positions’ as defined under the Accountability Principles 2014 pursuant to the Aged Care Act 2007 (Cth).

• Depending on work requirements the incumbent may be transferred to other locations across SA

Health to perform work appropriate to classification, skills and capabilities either on a permanent or temporary basis subject to relevant provisions of the Public Sector Act 2009 for Public Sector employees or the SA Health (Health Care Act) Human Resources Manual for Health Care Act employees.

• The incumbent may be required to participate in Counter Disaster activities including attendance, as required, at training programs and exercises to develop the necessary skills required to participate in responses in the event of a disaster and/or major incident.

PERFORMANCE DEVELOPMENT The incumbent will be required to participate in the organisation’s Performance Review & Development Program which will include a regular review of the incumbent’s performance against the responsibilities and key result areas associated with their position and a requirement to demonstrate appropriate behaviours which reflect a commitment to SA Health values and strategic directions.



HANDLING OF OFFICIAL INFORMATION By virtue of their duties, SA Health employees frequently access, otherwise deal with, and/or are aware of, information that needs to be treated as confidential. SA Health employees will not access or attempt to access official information, including confidential patient information other than in connection with the performance by them of their duties and/or as authorised. SA Health employees will not misuse information gained in their official capacity. SA Health employees will maintain the integrity and security of official or confidential information for which they are responsible. Employees will also ensure that the privacy of individuals is maintained and will only release or disclose information in accordance with relevant legislation, industrial instruments, policy, or lawful and reasonable direction.

SA HEALTH WHITE RIBBON SA Health has a position of zero tolerance towards men’s violence against women in the workplace and the broader community. In accordance with this, the incumbent must at all times act in a manner that is non-threatening, courteous, and respectful and will comply with any instructions, policies, procedures or guidelines issued by SA Health regarding acceptable workplace behaviour.

CULTURAL COMMITMENT NALHN welcomes and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and values the expertise, cultural knowledge and life experiences they bring to the workplace. In acknowledgement of this, NALHN is committed to increasing the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce.

RESILIENCE SA Health employees persevere to achieve goals, stay calm under pressure and are open to feedback

SA HEALTH PUBLIC SECTOR CODE OF ETHICS View the Code of Ethics for South Australian Public Sector, Policies and Procedures and legislative requirements that must be complied with by the incumbent.

The Code recognises that some public sector employees are also bound by codes of conduct relevant to their profession.

https://publicsector.sa.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/20180411-Code-of-Ethics-for-the-South-Australian-Public-Sector.pdf



PERFORMANCE DEVELOPMENT The incumbent will be required to participate in the organisation’s Performance Review & Development Program which will include a regular review of the incumbent’s performance against the responsibilities and key result areas associated with their position and a requirement to demonstrate appropriate behaviours which reflect a commitment to SA Health values and strategic directions



HOW TO APPLY

The closing date for applications is 13th March 2020. The reference number to include in your application is H20_3257 For a confidential discussion, please contact Principal Consultant, Liz Hlipala: M: +61 (0)401 122 301 E: [email protected]

or Principal Consultant, Catherine Poutasi:

M: +61 (0)432 173 611 E: [email protected]

Please submit application documentation to Executive Search Coordinator, Natasha Tirado: T: +61 (0)2 9900 0108 E: [email protected]

It is standard practice for HardyGroup to acknowledge receipt of your application no later than the next business day. We request that if you do not receive the acknowledgement, you contact the search coordinator listed above as soon as possible after the 24-hour business period and arrange to resend your application if necessary. Your application must include:

1. Completed HG Application Form; 2. Cover letter addressed to the search consultant; 3. A written response addressing the key selection criteria, found on Page 12; and 4. An up to date copy of your Curriculum Vitae.

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https://hardygroupintl.com/resources/search-candidate-form.pdf



REFEREES You will need to provide details of three (3) professional referees. To do so, complete the relevant fields in the Candidate Profile. You should carefully consider who you select to approach to provide reference advice. Your current manager must be included. It is customary for referee reports to be requested after interview and if you are the preferred candidate, your permission will be requested prior to contacting your referees.

PERSONAL INFORMATION HG complies with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), all applications are treated by HG in strict confidence, however in submitting an application you are extending permission to share your application with the Selection Panel. Personal Information will be used to assess your suitability for appointment to this Positions Health Services. As part of the selection process, personal information will be dealt with in accordance with HG’s Privacy Policy and the Information Privacy Act 2009.



THE LOCATION

Adelaide, South Australia

Sophisticated, cultured, neat-casual -is the self-image Adelaide projects.

Adelaide is the capital city of the state of South Australia, and the fifth-most populous city of Australia. In June 2017, Adelaide had an estimated resident population of 1,333,927. Adelaide is home to more than 75 percent of the South Australian population, making it the most centralised population of any state in Australia.

Adelaide is north of the Fleurieu Peninsula, on the Adelaide Plains between the Gulf St Vincent and the low-lying Mount Lofty Ranges which surround the city.

Adelaide’s compact size and unique history appeal to anyone looking for something a little bit different.

The city’s proximity to three great wine regions: The Barossa, The Clare and McLaren Vale and wilderness destinations, such as Kangaroo Island are a draw card to the area.

Once known as the City of Churches, Adelaide is now carving out a niche as a global party town, hosting major events such as the Adelaide Fringe, Womadelaide, Tour Down Under and Clipsal 500 motor event. The stylish refurbishment of the Adelaide Oval consolidates its role as a major sporting destination.

Multicultural flavours infuse Adelaide's restaurants; there's a pumping arts and live-music scene. There are still plenty of church spires here, but they are hopelessly outnumbered by pubs and a growing number of hip bars tucked away in lanes.

Helpful Sites for more Information on Adelaide:

https://southaustralia.com/

https://www.lonelyplanet.com/australia/south-australia/adelaide

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fleurieu_Peninsula

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelaide_Plains

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gulf_St_Vincent

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Lofty_Ranges

https://southaustralia.com/



ROLE DESCRIPTION Role Title: Director of Nursing Classification Code: Registered Nurse Level 6 – RN6.5 LHN/ HN/ SAAS/ DHA: NALHN Hospital/ Service/ Cluster Mental Health Services Division: Department/Section / Unit/ Ward: Role reports to: Chief Executive Officer, NALHN Role Created/ Reviewed Date: January 2020 Criminal History Clearance Requirements:

Aged (NPC) Child- Prescribed (DCSI) Vulnerable (NPC) General Probity (NPC)

Immunisation Risk Category Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances) Category C (minimal patient contact)

ROLE CONTEXT Primary Objective(s) of role:

The Director of Nursing, in partnership with the Divisional Director (Medical) and the Director, Allied Health (MH) & Community Mental Health is accountable for the strategic and operational leadership of the division and significantly contributes to the achievement of NALHN strategic objectives and South Australia’s Health Care Plan. In conjunction with the Divisional Director (Medical), provides expert level strategic and operational leadership, management, governance and direction for the Mental Health division, NALHN. The Director of Nursing will be jointly responsible with the Divisional Director (Medical) and the Director, Allied Health (MH) & Community Mental Health for the development of service plans and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through working with the Chief Executive Officer and the NALHN Strategic Executive Council and are charged with the responsibility of service delivery across NAHLN. The Director of Nursing is also accountable with the Divisional Director (Medical) and Director, Allied Health (MH) & Community Mental Health for holding and managing the divisional budget.

In conjunction with the Divisional Director (Medical) and the Director, Allied Health (MH) & Community Mental Health, is also accountable for the achievement of relevant key performance indicators and strategic and operational deliverables for Mental Health Services across all NALHN sites. This includes operational service delivery, responsibility for nursing and operational staff, support services, budget, risk management, WHS, and quality and safety. The specific scope of Level 6.5 is outlined in the section: Key Result Areas and Responsibilities Direct Reports:

> Nursing Director, Forensic Mental Health > Nursing Director, Older Persons Mental Health > Nursing Director, Adult and Community Mental Health > Nurse Management Facilitator(s) > Personal Assistant

Key Relationships/ Interactions:

Internal > Accountable to the Chief Executive Officer, NALHN, in partnership with the Divisional Director (Medical)

and the Director, Allied Health (MH) & Community Mental Health for strategic leadership of the division, including the Strategic Operational Plan, strategic operational performance, and service and business plans.

> Accountable to the Chief Operating Officer for the daily operational leadership of the division such as the implementation and management of service plans, care delivery, quality professional leadership for nurses within the division, education and training, safety and quality, human resources, clinical standards and governance, patient flow and for achieving the division’s KPIs, and holding and managing the divisional budget.

> Professionally accountable to the NALHN Executive Director of Nursing and Midwifery. > Works in partnership with the Divisional Director (Medical) and Director, Allied Health (MH) &

Community Mental Health, and is jointly accountable for the strategic and operational leadership of the division.

> Has close working relationships with the NALHN Executive Director of Medical Services, other Executive Directors and Directors, the divisional Business Consultant, senior officers of division, the Department for Health and Wellbeing, other government agencies, key community stakeholders and service providers.

> Participates as a member of the NALHN Executive and NALHN Strategic Executive Council and provides high level clinical advice that contributes to service planning and assists in the development / implementation of clinical networks, state-wide plans and clinical senate recommendations and their plans.

> Responsible for the management of all nurses within the division; includes providing professional nursing advice and leadership.

> Jointly accountable for the governance and practice standards of the multi-disciplinary team within the division.

> Maintains close collaborative working relationships with all Nursing Directors. > Maintains cooperative and productive working relationships within all members of the health care team. External > Maintains relationships with non-government organisations/government organisations > Liaises regularly with unions and staff bodies and with external agencies. Challenges associated with Role:

Major challenges currently associated with the role include: > Providing strategic and operational leadership for nursing and other services within the scope of role. > Accountable for the service/s human, financial and material resources within scope of the role and

promoting a culture of due diligence > Building a culture of quality and safety that is patient/client centred. > Leading innovation and change management to address emerging service and workforce needs within

span of control. Delegations:

> Financial and Human Resource delegations as defined in the relevant NALHN Instrument of Delegations

Key Result Area and Responsibilities LEVEL 6.5 has a substantial number of the following characteristics but is not limited to: • Wide range of primary, secondary and specialist services; • General Hospital and/or Specialist Hospital or Community Service; • Majority of acute non-tertiary services for catchment population; • Specialist referral centre for specific services; • Teaching, training and research services; • Designated elective surgical services. Key Result Areas Major Responsibilities Direct/indirect patient / client care

> Use their clinical knowledge and experience to provide strategic and operational leadership, governance and direction for nursing including models of care;

> Provide corporate management of nursing services for the Mental Health division and the multi-disciplinary services;

> Build a culture which is patient/client centered and where patient/client engagement is encouraged;

> Accountable for evaluating and consistently improving nursing practice and healthy work environments.

Support of health service systems

> Develop and implement a nursing contemporary professional practice framework;

> Develop and/or implement corporate administrative and risk management frameworks;

> Develop and implement service delivery policies, goals, benchmarking frameworks and nursing clinical practice standards;

> Develop and guide the use of information systems to inform decision making, manage practice, store corporate knowledge and convey information to staff;

> Establish standards for human resource systems implementation including processes and standards of nursing staff recruitment, performance, development and retention;

> Contribute to and/or negotiate organisation budget and activity profiles; > Accountable for resource management with due diligence.

Education > Lead the establishment of learning cultures across span of appointment;

> Ensure staff have the capacity to meet service delivery needs, priorities and work standards.

Research > Lead the establishment of a culture of research enquiry; > Integrate contemporary information and research evidence with

personal knowledge and experience to support high level decision making.

Professional leadership > Provide professional nursing advice, direction, and governance for the Mental Health division;

> Provide corporate management of nursing services for the Mental Health division;

> Lead, coach, coordinate and support direct reports and provide mentorship for less experienced nurses;

> Lead innovation, change processes, and coordinated responses to emerging service and workforce needs;

> May be recruited to manage or oversee an organisational/regional portfolio or long term and/or significant project;

> May be required to provide executive level management of services other than nursing for the Mental Health division.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Educational/Vocational Qualifications

> Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and

who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate; and > Enrolled in an approved Mental Health course or holds a qualification in mental health practice.

Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills: > An ability to achieve outcomes through effective leadership and delegation and by working in a team. > Demonstrated ability to deal with a range of issues concurrently. > Ability to analyse options, make decisions and implement policies. > Proven ability to create and manage change and operate effectively in an environment of complexity,

uncertainty and rapid change. > Highly developed verbal and written communication skills. > Highly developed negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Experience > Five years post registration experience as a Nurse. > Qualifications or extensive, recent, senior management experience in finance. > Experience in the implementation of new systems and introduction of significant change > Substantial senior experience/responsibility in management including personnel, finance and strategic

planning and leadership. > Demonstrated experience in innovative service delivery and in effecting change in the workplace to

achieve agreed outcomes.

Knowledge > Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, industrial agreements, standards, codes, ethics

and competency standards. > Broad based knowledge of contemporary health care issues. > Broad knowledge of Quality Improvement Systems as applied to a hospital setting.

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS Educational/Vocational Qualifications > Post graduate tertiary qualifications in health administration.

Personal Abilities/Aptitudes/Skills: > Nil

Experience > Demonstrated ability to achieve and maintain sound employee relations. > Extensive executive management in the health care field.

Knowledge > Broad understanding of State and local political, legal and socio-economic environments and their

impact upon the management of a hospital.

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Special Conditions: > It is mandatory that no person, whether or not currently working in SA Health, will be eligible for

appointment to a position in SA Health unless they have obtained a satisfactory Criminal and Relevant History Screening.

> Prescribed Positions under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act (2016) must obtain a satisfactory criminal and relevant history screening for child related work through the Screening Unit, Department of Human Services.

> Criminal Screening and Relevant History screenings must be renewed every 5 years thereafter from date of issue for ‘Prescribed Positions’ under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act (2016) or every 3 years thereafter from date of issue for ‘Approved Aged Care Provider Positions’ as defined under the Accountability Principles 2014 made in pursuant to the Aged Care Act 2007 (Cth).

> Depending on work requirements the incumbent may be transferred to other locations across SA Health to perform work appropriate to classification, skills and capabilities either on a permanent or temporary basis subject to relevant provisions of the Public Sector Act 2009 for Public Sector employees or the SA Health (Health Care Act) Human Resources Manual for Health Care Act employees.

> The incumbent may be required to participate in Counter Disaster activities including attendance, as required, at training programs and exercises to develop the necessary skills required to participate in responses in the event of a disaster and/or major incident.

> Appointment is subject to immunisation risk category requirements (see page 1). There may be ongoing immunisation requirements that must be met.

General Requirements: Managers and staff are required to work in accordance with the Code of Ethics for South Australian Public Sector, Directives, Determinations and Guidelines, and legislative requirements including but not limited to: > Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA) and when relevant WHS Defined Officers must meet due

diligence requirements. > Return to Work Act 2014 (SA), facilitating the recovery, maintenance or early return to work of

employees with work related injury / illness. > Meet immunisation requirements as outlined by the Immunisation Guidelines for Health Care Workers in

South Australia 2014. > Equal Employment Opportunities (including prevention of bullying, harassment and intimidation). > Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act (2016). > Disability Discrimination. > Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 (SA) > Information Privacy Principles Instruction > Relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, Public Sector Act 2009, Health Care Act 2008 and the SA

Health (Health Care Act) Human Resources Manual. > Relevant Australian Standards. > Duty to maintain confidentiality. > Smoke Free Workplace. > To value and respect the needs and contributions of SA Health Aboriginal staff and clients, and commit

to the development of Aboriginal cultural competence across all SA Health practice and service delivery.

> Applying the principles of the South Australian Government’s Risk Management Policy to work as appropriate.

The SA Health workforce contributes to the safety and quality of patient care by adhering to the South Australian Charter of Health Care Rights, understanding the intent of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and participating in quality improvement activities as necessary.


Performance Development

The incumbent will be required to participate in the organisation’s Performance Review & Development Program which will include a regular review of the incumbent’s performance against the responsibilities and key result areas associated with their position and a requirement to demonstrate appropriate behaviours which reflect a commitment to SA Health values and strategic directions.

Handling of Official Information:

By virtue of their duties, SA Health employees frequently access, otherwise deal with, and/or are aware of, information that needs to be treated as confidential. SA Health employees will not access or attempt to access official information, including confidential patient information other than in connection with the performance by them of their duties and/or as authorised. SA Health employees will not misuse information gained in their official capacity. SA Health employees will maintain the integrity and security of official or confidential information for which they are responsible. Employees will also ensure that the privacy of individuals is maintained and will only release or disclose information in accordance with relevant legislation, industrial instruments, policy, or lawful and reasonable direction.

Resilience:

SA Health employees persevere to achieve goals, stay calm under pressure and are open to feedback.

White Ribbon:

SA Health has a position of zero tolerance towards men’s violence against women in the workplace and the broader community. In accordance with this, the incumbent must at all times act in a manner that is non-threatening, courteous, and respectful and will comply with any instructions, policies, procedures or guidelines issued by SA Health regarding acceptable workplace behaviour.

Cultural Commitment:

NALHN welcomes and respects Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and values the expertise, cultural knowledge and life experiences they bring to the workplace. In acknowledgement of this, NALHN is committed to increasing the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce.


Organisational Context SA Health SA Health is committed to protecting and improving the health of all South Australians by providing leadership in health reform, public health services, health and medical research, policy development and planning, with an increased focus on wellbeing, illness prevention, early intervention and quality care. SA Health is the brand name for the health portfolio of services and agencies responsible to the Minister for Health & Wellbeing. The State Government has reformed the governance of SA Health, including establishing 10 Local Health Networks (LHNs), each with its own Governing Board. These reforms have taken a staged approach, with the most significant changes taking place from 1 July 2019 when the new Governing Boards became fully operational. SA Health is comprised of the Department for Health and Wellbeing and the following legal entities:

• Central Adelaide Local Health Network • Northern Adelaide Local Health Network • Southern Adelaide Local Health Network • Women’s and Children’s Health Network • Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network • Eyre and Far North Local Health Network • Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network • Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network • South East Local Health Network • Yorke and Northern Local Health Network • SA Ambulance Service

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) provides care to more than 400,000 people living in the northern metropolitan area of Adelaide as well as providing a number of state-wide services, and services to those in regional areas. NALHN works to ensure quality and timely delivery of health care, whilst building a highly skilled, engaged and resilient workforce based on a culture of collaboration, respect, integrity and accountability. NALHN offers a range of primary health care services across the northern metropolitan area of Adelaide, with a focus on providing preventive and health promoting programs in the community, and transition and hospital substitution and avoidance programs targeted at chronic disease and frail aged. Clinical leadership of care systems is central to the current national and state-wide health reforms. NALHN care delivery is configured within clinical divisions that are patient–focused, clinically led groupings of services. Clinical Divisions are responsible for managing service delivery activities across NALHN campuses and units, bringing together empowered experts to directly make relevant decisions. NALHN includes:

• Lyell McEwin Hospital (LMH) - a 336-bed specialist referral public teaching hospital which has links to the University of Adelaide, University of South Australia and Flinders University. LMH provides a full range of high-quality medical, surgical, diagnostic, emergency and support services.

• Modbury Hospital is a 174-bed, acute care teaching hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, emergency services, Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care. GP Plus Health Care Centres and Super Clinics

• Aboriginal Health Services • Mental Health Services (including two state-wide services – Forensics and Older Persons) • Sub-acute Services


NALHN Governing Board The Governing Board members bring to NALHN a wealth of knowledge and experience across many areas. Our Board:

• Ray Blight (Chair) • Michael Forwood (Deputy Chair) • Anne Burgess • Frank Lampard OAM • Mary Patetsos • Dr Carolyn Roesler • Linda South • Robin Moore

NALHN is confident that with the support of our highly qualified Governing Board, NALHN will be well placed to achieve better health service decisions tailored to local needs and deliver a safe, high quality and financially sustainable LHN into the future.


Values SA Health Values The values of SA Health are used to indicate the type of conduct required by our employees and the conduct that our customers can expect from our health service: > We are committed to the values of integrity, respect and accountability. > We value care, excellence, innovation, creativity, leadership and equity in health care provision and

health outcomes. > We demonstrate our values in our interactions with others in SA Health, the community, and those for

whom we care. Code of Ethics The Code of Ethics for the South Australian Public Sector provides an ethical framework for the public sector and applies to all public service employees: > Democratic Values - Helping the government, under the law to serve the people of South Australia. > Service, Respect and Courtesy - Serving the people of South Australia. > Honesty and Integrity- Acting at all times in such a way as to uphold the public trust. > Accountability- Holding ourselves accountable for everything we do. > Professional Conduct Standards- Exhibiting the highest standards of professional conduct.

The Code recognises that some public sector employees are also bound by codes of conduct relevant to their profession. Approvals Role Description Approval I acknowledge that the role I currently occupy has the delegated authority to authorise this document. Name: Role Title: Signature: Date:

Role Acceptance Incumbent Acceptance I have read and understood the responsibilities associated with role, the organisational context and the values of SA Health as outlined within this document Name: Signature: Date: Version control and change history

Version Date from Date to Amendment V1 10/02/17 09/04/17 Original version. V2 10/04/17 04/07/17 Safety & Quality statement in General

Requirements. V3 04/07/17 31/01/2020 Minor formatting with order of

information amended. V4 31/01/2020 Organisational context updated to

reflect change of governance


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