Overview
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2
Remuneration: 137104.41 - 137104.41
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ638545
Advertising closes: 18 February 2026
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Nurse Unit Manager to provide strong clinical leadership and operational management within our Hospital in the Home (HITH) Service for the Hastings Macleay Network.
The MNCLHD HITH Service delivers safe, high-quality hospital-level care in a patient's place of residence. This model enhances patient outcomes through multidisciplinary, integrated, and virtually enabled care, while supporting inpatient capacity and reducing unnecessary emergency department presentations and hospital admissions.
What You'll Be Doing
* Provide effective clinical and operational leadership to ensure the delivery of safe, well-planned, and coordinated care.
* Lead the HITH team in accordance with current nursing standards, MNCLHD policies, and best-practice guidelines.
* Oversee service delivery to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care across hybrid (virtual and face-to-face) models.
* Support integrated care pathways to enhance patient outcomes and promote service efficiency.
* Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives within the HITH service.
About You
We are looking for a dynamic nursing leader who can inspire and guide a multidisciplinary team while maintaining high standards of clinical governance and patient care.
You will have:
* Current Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
* Demonstrated high-level operational and clinical knowledge and skills.
* Proven ability to effectively manage hybrid models of care, including virtual and in-home service delivery.
* Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
* Commitment to delivering safe, person-centred, high-quality care.
Diversity and Inclusion
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ.
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at the NSW Health careers site.
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Additional
A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Leah Maitland on Leah.Maitland@health.nsw.gov.au
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au
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