Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $139,802.04 Per Annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ667358
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Applications Close: Monday 8th June 2026
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a 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.
Visa Sponsorship: We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
About the role
As the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM), you will lead, direct, and coordinate client care, ensuring nursing practice is safe, efficient, and supported by continual quality improvement. You will oversee the nursing and multidisciplinary team, as well as the business and management functions of the service, to ensure high standards of care and effective service delivery.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate and oversee acute home-based care.
* Improve patient flow and reduce length of stay.
* Ensure timely, high-quality, patient-centred care.
* Lead a dedicated team delivering hospital-level care at home.
About you
You are a highly motivated, empathetic, and capable leader with a genuine passion for nursing and achieving positive patient outcomes. You have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to adapt your communication style, and confidence in building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
Qualifications
* Current registration as a Registered Nurse (RN).
* Relevant management tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and recent clinical work experience in the management of acute care with a demonstrated commitment to professional development.
* Eligible to drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work purposes.
* Demonstrated leadership and management capability.
* Strong communication skills and knowledge of clinical governance, quality and safety.
* A collaborative, consultative approach with a strong focus on excellence, quality and innovation.
* The ability to take initiative, generate solutions and drive positive change.
Experience in service development, quality improvement and change management is desirable, and can also be developed in the role.
Benefits
* Salary packaging options up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
* Monthly allocated days off for full-time employees.
* Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
Category A
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive 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.
EEO and Child Safety
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. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‐being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Hunter New England Local Health District is an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience.
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