Selina Northover
Churchill,VIC
Summary
Accomplished professional with a proven track record at Latrobe Community Health Service, excelling in strategic development and effective communication. Recognized for leadership excellence through multiple awards, demonstrating the ability to manage complex programs while consistently exceeding KPIs. Expertise in technology and public health management drives business growth and fosters innovation in organizational practices.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager Paediatric and Youth Hub
Latrobe Community Health Service
01.2020 - Current
- Oversaw personnel, budgeting processes, performance measurements, and reporting for 11 separate programs.
- Led direct supervision for a workforce exceeding 50 personnel.
- Completed profitable tender submissions across various program domains.
- Developed and implemented innovative programs.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program success.
- Created and presented business documents.
- Enhanced staff skills through effective coaching sessions.
- Served as the organization's representative on external working groups.
- Led strategic planning initiatives.
- Oversaw human resource operations to ensure effective recruitment practices, strong employee relationships, and professional development opportunities.
- Coordinated the merger process for two pediatric departments.
- Winner LCHS excellence in leadership award 2022
- Winner Gippsland Primary Health Care Award – Improving Practice through Multidisciplinary Care (ASD clinic) 2024
- Member of executive committee for Community Health Demand Management Framework Review
- Member of review group for Healthcare that Counts
- Acting in Executive Director of Primary Health Role on numerous occasions
Director of Primary Health
Gippsland Southern Health Service
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Directed diverse healthcare services including medical imaging, health information management and allied health across various settings.
- Managed budgets effectively to achieve key performance indicators.
- Led the management of more than 80 personnel.
- Appeared as organisation's representative at external meetings.
- Reported directly to funding bodies, CEO and board.
- Created innovative programs.
- Secured multiple successful project tenders.
- Designed and implemented strategic plans.
- Oversaw implementation of enhancements to financial management.
- Managed processes to secure multiple external certifications.
- Directed transformation from disability funding to NDIS integration.
- Directed the implementation of new electronic medical record system for Primary Health.
- Created and launched profitable Home Care Package Program.
- Served as GSHS representative on Primary Health section of South Coast Plan.
Assistant Manager Primary Health / Manager Gateway
Latrobe Community Health Service
01.2014 - 01.2016
Unit Manager Health Independence Programs / Transfusion Clinical Nurse Consultant
Latrobe Regional Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2014
Clinical Research Coordinator
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute
01.2008 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse Paediatric Intensive Care / Acting Manager Day Surgery Unit / Transfusion Clinical Nurse Consultant
Royal Children’s Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Seconded to University of Melbourne for 18 months
Various roles in the United Kingdom
01.1996 - 01.2003
- Academic Practitioner
- Registered Nurse- Paediatrics, Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care
- Midwifery
Various Nursing Roles in Australia
01.1992 - 01.1996
- Graduate Program
- Paediatrics
Education
M.D. - Business Administration
Australian Institute of Management
01.2021
M.D. - International Health Management
University of New England
01.2014
M.D. - Nursing
University of New England
01.2010
PG Diploma in Nursing -
University of Manchester
01.2005
Paediatric Intensive Care -
Southbank University
01.1999
Diploma in Midwifery -
Southbank University
01.1998
PG Diploma Advanced Paediatrics -
Australian Catholic University
01.1995
Diploma of Applied Science- Nursing -
Monash University
01.1991
Skills
- Management and leadership experience
- Effective Communication
- Customer-Focused Strategy
- Business Growth Initiatives
- Collaborative Team Leadership
- Adaptability in Dynamic Environments
- Strategic Development
- Quality Management
- Technology Proficiency
- Prioritization and Scheduling
- Budget Development
- Dispute Resolution
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Training Facilitation
- Public health management
References
Available on request
Timeline
Manager Paediatric and Youth Hub
Latrobe Community Health Service
01.2020 - Current
Director of Primary Health
Gippsland Southern Health Service
01.2016 - 01.2020
Assistant Manager Primary Health / Manager Gateway
Latrobe Community Health Service
01.2014 - 01.2016
Unit Manager Health Independence Programs / Transfusion Clinical Nurse Consultant
Latrobe Regional Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2014
Clinical Research Coordinator
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute
01.2008 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse Paediatric Intensive Care / Acting Manager Day Surgery Unit / Transfusion Clinical Nurse Consultant
Royal Children’s Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2009
Various roles in the United Kingdom
01.1996 - 01.2003
Various Nursing Roles in Australia
01.1992 - 01.1996
M.D. - Business Administration
Australian Institute of Management
M.D. - International Health Management
University of New England
M.D. - Nursing
University of New England
PG Diploma in Nursing -
University of Manchester
Paediatric Intensive Care -
Southbank University
Diploma in Midwifery -
Southbank University
PG Diploma Advanced Paediatrics -
Australian Catholic University
Diploma of Applied Science- Nursing -
Monash University
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