Amanda Smith
Kurrara,NSW
Summary
Collaborative and compassionate leader with dedication to partnering with teams to promote engaged and empowering ways of working. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders and setting and evaluating strategic priorities in dynamic and fast-paced settings. I have a strong passion and commitment for advocating for young people. I advocate for services and programs that are comprehensive, integrated, equitable, rights-based, gender-sensitive, culturally sensitive, people-centred, and based on a primary health care framework.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Child and Family
Northern New South Wales Local Health District
05.2023 - Current
- Increased service consistency and equity by implementing streamlined models of care across the LHD for nurse and allied health led services.
- Achieved goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics, with a focus on implementation and evaluation plans.
- Operational and strategic leadership across the LHD (responsible for 100FTE), amalgamating teams, services and ways of working within a clear change management framework.
- Enhanced co-design models of care ensuring high-quality service delivery and consumer voice.
- Establish and sustain strategic relationships and partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders.
Nurse Unit Manager - School Based Youth Health
Gold Coast Health
11.2018 - 04.2023
- Improved consumer engagement and satisfaction by implementing efficient School Based Youth Health Nursing unit processes, protocols and business rules.
- Optimised staff performance through comprehensive training and development programs.
- Raised staff retention rates by fostering a positive work culture focused on professional growth and development.
- Measured and evaluated service enhancement against a model of care redesign and strategic plan, with an increase in activity within health consultations and health promotion delivery by over 70%.
- Enhanced the quality of care provided to young people by creating a supportive and collaborative team environment.
Manager, School Nursing
Department Of Education Victoria
12.2016 - 11.2018
- Oversee the delivery of the primary and secondary school nursing services to achieve program and regional objectives.
- Coordinate professional development, supervision, workload management, conflict resolution and provide the appropriate resourcing to effectively perform their role.
- Perform strategic planning, evaluation and regional liaison with key internal and external key stakeholders.
- Promote working within a multi-disciplinary approach.
Professional Practice Lead - Nursing
Department Of Education Victoria
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Work collaboratively and provide leadership with Health, Allied Health and Education professionals in further developing best practice in the delivery of services that support children and young people (within early learning and school settings) to reach their potential in learning and development; and to support and influence policies and practices that address issues that impact on learning and development.
- Responsible for expert practice, providing professional leadership, facilitating ongoing professional development, and research.
- The development, implementation and evaluation of state-wide and regional projects that aligned with the DET Strategic Plan.
- Key initiatives I was involved in included Doctors in Secondary Schools; Early Years Reform and Respectful Relationships.
- Led a team of professionals to achieve practice goals, fostering collaboration and continuous professional development.
Discipline Lead, Program Coordinator Nursing
University Of Ballarat - Federation University
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Written research reports, ethics applications, publications, briefs, and presented at national and international conferences..
- Participated in research projects and led the translation of evidence into practice within curriculum delivery and research objectives for the School of Nursing.
- Implemented the first School of Nursing Strategic Plan, that aligned with the more broader university plan.
- Designed, implemented and evaluated innovative blended nursing curriculum that met national standards, which was showcased on an international and university level as best practice in online curriculum.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering strong relationships with students, building trust and rapport.
Lecturer Nursing
University Of Ballarat
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Prepared nursing students for the workforce utilising diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through regular and varied assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
Community Health Nurse - Youth Health
Ballarat Community Health
06.2004 - 01.2007
Secondary School Nurse
Department Of Education Victoria
10.2000 - 06.2004
Paediatric Nurse - Adolescent Unit
Royal Children's Hospital
02.1995 - 10.2000
Education
Master of Public Health -
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC2013
Graduate Diploma - Adolescent Health
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC1999
Bachelor of Nursing -
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC1995
Skills
- Operations and Financial Management
- Staff Growth and Development
- Performance Management
- Workforce Management
- Policy Implementation and Translation
- Strategic Planning and Big Picture Thinking
- Project Planning and Management
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- Key Performance Indicators and Performance Evaluation
- Effective Communication; Documentation and Reporting
- Complex Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking
- Interpersonal Relationships and Key Stakeholder Management
Certification
Pap Test & Introduction to Sexual Health - Family Planning Victoria
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Health Promotion 5 day Course - Vic Health
Timeline
Manager, Child and Family
Northern New South Wales Local Health District
05.2023 - Current
Nurse Unit Manager - School Based Youth Health
Gold Coast Health
11.2018 - 04.2023
Manager, School Nursing
Department Of Education Victoria
12.2016 - 11.2018
Professional Practice Lead - Nursing
Department Of Education Victoria
01.2014 - 12.2016
Discipline Lead, Program Coordinator Nursing
University Of Ballarat - Federation University
01.2010 - 12.2013
Lecturer Nursing
University Of Ballarat
01.2007 - 01.2010
Community Health Nurse - Youth Health
Ballarat Community Health
06.2004 - 01.2007
Secondary School Nurse
Department Of Education Victoria
10.2000 - 06.2004
Paediatric Nurse - Adolescent Unit
Royal Children's Hospital
02.1995 - 10.2000
Master of Public Health -
University of Melbourne
Graduate Diploma - Adolescent Health
University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Nursing -
La Trobe University
Pap Test & Introduction to Sexual Health - Family Planning Victoria
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Health Promotion 5 day Course - Vic Health
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