MAUREEN TAYLOR
Kingscliff,NSW
Summary
Experienced healthcare leader with a background as a Registered Nurse and Midwife. Strong leadership capabilities and a deep understanding of the healthcare industry, enabling the design and delivery of tailored, person centred solutions that improve performance and achieve measurable improvements in health outcomes. Proven track record of driving excellence, efficiency, and meaningful positive change across the health sector.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Government Solutions
Healthcare Australia
02.2024 - Current
- Drive the strategic design of customised clinical models of care aligned to the needs and health outcomes of diverse client populations.
- Achievements:
- Provided strategic leadership in the design and implementation of a bespoke, person-centred model of care for the Australian Immigration Detention Network, ensuring alignment with complex operational, cultural, and clinical requirements.
- Served as the lead subject matter expert in the development and deployment of an end-to-end electronic medical record system built on the Salesforce platform, integrating clinical documentation, prescribing, medication administration, referrals, diagnostics, and care planning.
- Led the strategic design of a tailored, person-centred model of care for the Australian Defence Contracted Health Service, aligning clinical governance, digital enablement, and workforce capability to Defence’s operational and wellbeing objectives.
Clinical Advisor
Digital Health Agency
01.2023 - Current
- Provided expert clinical advice to enhance My Health Record and develop educational modules for clinicians.
Performance Assessor
AHPRA and NSW Nursing and Midwifery Council
01.2016 - Current
- Assessed registrants against NMBA standards and devised assessment tools.
Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife
Various Hospitals
01.1991 - 01.2025
- Extensive clinical experience in emergency departments and as a midwife.
National Manager – Corporate Health
Healthcare Australia
09.2021 - 02.2024
- Developed and executed strategic plans for Corporate Health, aligning with HCA’s business objectives.
- Led a high-performing team, provided leadership, direction, and support.
- Member of the Quality, Governance and Safety Committee.
- Achievements:
- Managed large-scale projects including COVAX rollout and NSW Hotel Quarantine.
- Secured significant Government tenders.
- Achieved NSQHS accreditation and implemented telehealth programs.
- Established a vaccination partnership with Street Side Medics for the homeless.
Project Officer – Secondment
State Health Emergency Operation Centre (SHEOC)
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed projects for the NSW Covid crisis, including quarantine logistics for Paralympians and seasonal workers.
Clinical Lead - NSW Police Hotel Quarantine Project
Healthcare Australia
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Coordinated clinical operations and managed a team of up to 150 nurses.
- Achievements:
- Received the Exceptional Leadership Award.
Director
Club Engadine (Engadine RSL)
11.2018 - 03.2021
Clinical Facilitator
Various Universities (Notre Dame, Wollongong, Sydney, Tasmania)
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Facilitated clinical training for nursing students.
Bachelor of Midwifery Clinical Facilitator
University of Technology – Sydney
03.2016 - 04.2020
- Planned, coordinated, and assessed Bachelor of Midwifery students.
Education
Masters - Midwifery (Distinction)
University of Newcastle
01.2012
Graduate Diploma - Midwifery
University of Western Sydney
01.2006
Emergency Nursing Certificate - undefined
NSW College of Nursing
01.1994
Diploma of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Western Sydney
01.1990
Skills
- Leadership
- Motivating and leading high-performing teams in diverse settings
- Digital Health
- Expert in telehealth programs and design of electronic medical records systems
- Compliance
- In-depth knowledge of healthcare standards and compliance, with experience in regulatory roles and achieving NSQHS accreditation
- Communication and Collaboration
- Building strong relationships with stakeholders to enhance client base and supplier partnerships
- Tailored Healthcare Solutions
- Designing customised healthcare models that integrate clinical, digital, and workforce capabilities to meet the unique needs of clients and populations
Timeline
Head of Government Solutions
Healthcare Australia
02.2024 - Current
Clinical Advisor
Digital Health Agency
01.2023 - Current
National Manager – Corporate Health
Healthcare Australia
09.2021 - 02.2024
Project Officer – Secondment
State Health Emergency Operation Centre (SHEOC)
08.2021 - 10.2021
Clinical Lead - NSW Police Hotel Quarantine Project
Healthcare Australia
04.2020 - 09.2021
Director
Club Engadine (Engadine RSL)
11.2018 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Midwifery Clinical Facilitator
University of Technology – Sydney
03.2016 - 04.2020
Performance Assessor
AHPRA and NSW Nursing and Midwifery Council
01.2016 - Current
Clinical Facilitator
Various Universities (Notre Dame, Wollongong, Sydney, Tasmania)
01.2011 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife
Various Hospitals
01.1991 - 01.2025
Graduate Diploma - Midwifery
University of Western Sydney
Emergency Nursing Certificate - undefined
NSW College of Nursing
Diploma of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Western Sydney
Masters - Midwifery (Distinction)
University of Newcastle