Employment Type
: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification
: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2
Remuneration
: $137,104.41 per annum + superannuation
Location
: Cessnock Correctional Centre
Requisition ID
: REQ637026
Title:
Nursing Unit Manager (NUM2), Primary Care - PFT - Cessnock Correctional Centre
We are
Just the Place
to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most
Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.
If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.
The Role
Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for leading and managing healthcare services for patients at the Correctional Centre. This role oversees the planning, delivery, and evaluation of health services, ensuring quality care within Justice Health, NSW Health, and Corrective Services NSW frameworks. It also involves coordination with internal managers and CSNSW staff to support service development and policy implementation.
Essential Requirements
We are looking for a qualified health professional with:
* Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Tertiary qualifications in health management or working towards and/or combination of study and work experience
Our location
Cessnock Correctional Centre is a minimum and medium-security facility for male offenders located on the Cessnock Correctional Complex. The Complex is located in the Hunter Valley, 151 km north-west of Sydney and includes Hunter and Shortland correctional centres.
Salary & Benefits
Your annual salary of $137, superannuation is just the beginning. You'll have access to:
* Additional allowances that may apply
* Access to salary packaging benefits
* A fitness passport (if you're eligible)
* Free onsite parking
* Fantastic training & education opportunities available
* A dynamic & varied working environment where no two days are the same
Diversity & Inclusivity
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.
If you need assistance with your application, please do not hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team on JHFMHN-
Please note that this is a vaccination category A position, if successful you will need to provide proof of vaccination for measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and influenza.
Ready to Apply?
The first step is to submit your resume and answers to the following targeted questions:
* Describe your experience in leading nursing teams and managing services in primary care setting. How have you ensured the effective use of human, physical and financial resources to deliver safe, compassionate, and culturally responsive care?
* Provide an example of how you have effectively communicated and collaborated with patients, carers, and multidisciplinary teams to identify and respond to care needs. How did you manage any conflicts or performance issues that arose?
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Applications Close: Wednesday 11th February 2026, 11:59pm