Nurse Unit Manager - Hospital in the Home
Tamworth Community Health Service, part of Integrated Care Services New England North West, delivers essential patient-centred care to people across Tamworth and surrounding communities. The service supports patients through community nursing, chronic disease management, and a wide range of specialised programs including aged care, child and family health, diabetes education, physiotherapy, podiatry, counselling, psychology, women's health, and Aboriginal health services.
Position Details
* Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
* Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 1
* Remuneration: $130,905.60 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
* Hours Per Week: 38
* Requisition ID: REQ
* Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
* Closing: Sunday, 21st December 2025
About The Role
Integrated Care Services is seeking a dedicated Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead the Hospital in the Home (HITH) service based at Tamworth Community Health. In this role you will oversee the day‑to‑day management of the HITH team, ensuring high‑quality, safe, patient‑centred acute care is delivered in the home setting. You will work closely with the medical team and broader allied health partners to support coordinated care, equitable access, and consistently strong patient outcomes. This is a role for a leader who is energised by acute and complex care in the community and who thrives on meaningful connection with patients, carers and staff. You will guide and mentor the nursing team, drive service excellence, and contribute to a culture that values safety, compassion, accountability and continuous improvement.
About You
* Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia
* Relevant management tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience with a demonstrated commitment to professional development
* Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, bringing people together and fostering trust
* Clinical leadership confidence, including mentoring staff and managing care in a dynamic environment
* A collaborative and proactive approach, especially during periods of change or complexity
* A commitment to creating a safe, supportive space for both patients and staff
* The ability to think ahead, maintain high standards and keep the bigger picture in focus
* An interest or background in acute and complex care in the community, with a readiness to learn what's new or unique to the HITH model
Benefits
* Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full‑time employees)
* Four weeks annual leave (pro‑rata for part‑time employees)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true work‑life balance
* Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well‑being – discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Required Legal & Safeguarding Information
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Workers are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare and well‑being of children and young people.
Hunter New England Local Health District is an inclusive employer committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace. Contact HNELHD-Diversity(at)health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be considered if no suitable local candidate is identified and the visa meets all conditions. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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