Deputy Director of Nursing – Medical and Interventional Services
Hunter New England Local Health District
Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 6
Remuneration: $167,832.37 – $170,519.57 Per Annum + Salary Packaging + 12% Super
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Awabakal Country | New Lambton
Requisition ID: REQ626084
Applications Close: Sunday, 7th December 2025
Interviews: Thursday, 11th December 2025
The Opportunity
John Hunter Hospital is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Nursing Leader to join our Medical & Interventional Services (M&IS) team. This is a unique opportunity to shape the delivery of nursing care across 14 high‑acuity specialties and procedural units in a Level 6 tertiary hospital. As a senior leader, you will provide professional advocacy, drive nursing excellence, and support safe, high‑quality patient care across multiple sites.
Responsibilities
* Provide senior nursing leadership across multiple sites and specialties, ensuring operational efficiency, safe patient flow, and compliance with national standards.
* Demonstrate clinical governance expertise, leading innovative models of care, quality improvement initiatives, and research in partnership with hospital and district services.
* Manage large‑scale nursing operations, including workforce planning, NHPPD compliance, budgets, KPIs, and performance evaluation.
* Lead change management and foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and patient‑centred care.
* Champion education and professional development supporting staff to achieve their full potential while maintaining high‑quality service delivery.
* Collaborate with a supportive executive and leadership team that provides mentorship, guidance, and operational resources to ensure your success in this complex, high‑impact role.
Qualifications & Experience
* Current Registration as Registered Nurse Division 1 or Registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 and Registered Midwife with the Nurses and Midwives Board of Australia. Currently registered with AHPRA with relevant postgraduate qualifications in health services management or equivalent.
* Proven experience at a senior nursing management level and demonstrated record of achievement in management of a large and complex organisation.
* Solid understanding of finance, operational management, and healthcare performance metrics.
What We Can Offer
* Monthly Allocated Days Off for full‑time employees.
* Generous Annual Leave – 4 weeks for full‑time staff (pro‑rata for part‑time) and 6 weeks for eligible full‑time nurses.
* Paid Parental Leave.
* Attractive salary packaging options, including up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
* Fitness Passport Membership for discounted gym and wellness options.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support for both staff and their families.
Diversity & Inclusion
Hunter New England Local Health District is an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. For confidential support, contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au.
Eligibility for Permanent Employment
An Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Application Process
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2. For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Drinkwater on Michelle.Drinkwater@health.nsw.gov.au.
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