Central Coast Local Health District Reference number REQ639854 Occupation Nurse Manager Work type Part-Time Location Gosford, Central Coast and Region Salary Information $143851.1 - $146522.64 Closing date 01 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 3
Remuneration: $72.54 - $73.89 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ639854
Application close: Sunday 1st March 2025 at 11.59pm
The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is looking for an After Hours Nurse Manager [After Hours] (AHNM) who will cover [s] Mental Health Services after hours across Gosford and Wyong Hospitals. The position will be based at either Gosford or Wyong Hospital (at times covering both sites) depending on staff resources.
About The Opportunity The position of an After Hours Nurse Manager [After Hours] (AHNM) covers Mental Health Services after hours.
Consistent with the strategic directions of Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) and service plans, the After Hours Nurse Manager (AHNM) is responsible for the integration, supervision and support of services and resources for Mental Health after hours. This incorporates an extended liaison role within CCLHD and external agencies. It is a senior role working in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary teams.
The After Hours Nurse Manager (AHNM) communicates with members of the Mental Health CCLHD Executive and CCLHD Executives as necessary to ensure safe operation and the appropriate management of incidents and accidents, patient and staff complaints and public relations when other members of the management team are not available.
The AHNM has a leadership role and will, using a risk management framework, identify actual and emerging workforce and clinical issues that may impact on operational and/or financial outcomes. Ensuring timely management within their delegation and the provision of appropriate reporting, advice and escalation.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description About You We are looking for someone who has:
* Current registration with AHPRA as Division 1 Registered Nurse. Post graduate and/or clinical management experience in acute mental health across a variety of clinical services and/or relevant tertiary qualifications or working towards attainment.
* Demonstrated organisational, problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to manage a broad range of complex issues and proven ability to provide input, interpret, implement, monitor and evaluate performance against targets, policies, procedures and standards.
* Demonstrated skills and knowledge of relevant information technology systems and their application for supporting effective patient flow and patient centered care, workforce management and other areas relevant to the key accountabilities.
* Demonstrated Workforce management abilities including an understanding of industrial relations and associated processes and procedures.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Benefits
* Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
* Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
* Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
* Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information?
Susan Pinnell
Phone: 0414 193 275
Email: Susan.Pinnell@health.nsw.gov.au
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
* Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
* Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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