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Nurse / Compounder
Nurse Unit Manager - Medical 1 and Palliative Care
Nurse / Compounder
#44752
Remote / WFH
Hunter New England Local Health District
Job Description
Hunter New England Local Health District
Reference number
REQ669430
Occupation
Nursing Unit Manager
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Tamworth & North West NSW
Salary Information
$146423.5 - $146423.5
Closing date
28 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $146,423.50 per annum+ Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
Application close date: Sunday, 28th June 2026
Make a meaningful difference. Lead with purpose. Grow your career with Hunter New England Local Health District
Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking an experienced and dynamic nurse leader to join Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital as the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) for Medical 1 and Nioka Palliative Care. This is a rewarding leadership opportunity to oversee two important inpatient services within the largest rural referral hospital in Hunter New England Local Health District. You will lead highly skilled multidisciplinary teams dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate and patient-centred care to patients with acute medical conditions and those requiring specialist palliative and end-of-life care.
As the NUM, you will play a pivotal role in driving clinical excellence, operational performance, workforce development and quality improvement while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
About the Role
The Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for the operational and clinical leadership of Medical 1 and Nioka Palliative Care. Reporting to the Director of Nursing and Midwifery, you will lead the day-to-day management of both units and work collaboratively with nursing, medical, allied health and executive teams to achieve outstanding patient outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing visible leadership and effective management of nursing and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care. Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, rostering and staff development, while leading patient flow, bed utilisation and discharge planning processes. Drive clinical governance, risk management and quality improvement initiatives, manage operational budgets and resources efficiently, and support service redesign, innovation and change management. Foster a positive workplace culture aligned with NSW Health CORE Values and ensure compliance with accreditation standards, NSW Health policies and relevant legislative requirements.
About Medical 1 and Nioka Palliative Care
Medical 1 is a busy acute medical ward providing care to patients with a diverse range of complex medical conditions. Nioka Palliative Care delivers specialist palliative and supportive care services, providing compassionate and holistic care to patients and their families.
Together, these services are committed to delivering exceptional patient care through collaboration, clinical excellence, continuous improvement and professional development.
About You
You are an experienced and approachable nurse leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare and supporting teams to thrive.
You will demonstrate:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Significant leadership experience within an acute healthcare setting.
Extensive clinical experience in medical and/or palliative care services.
Strong operational management and workforce planning capability.
Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Postgraduate qualifications in Nursing, Leadership, Health Management, Business Management or a related field.
Leadership and management training.
Experience in workforce and financial management.
Qualifications or experience in palliative care, chronic disease management or acute medical nursing.
Experience in clinical governance, accreditation or quality improvement leadership.
Why Tamworth?
Located in the heart of the New England region, Tamworth offers an outstanding lifestyle with affordable housing, excellent schools, short commute times and a welcoming community.
Enjoy a vibrant regional city featuring outstanding sporting facilities, cultural events, cafés, restaurants and easy access to national parks and outdoor recreation. Whether you're looking for career advancement, a lifestyle change or the opportunity to make a genuine difference in regional healthcare, Tamworth offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and quality of life.
What we can offer you:
✅ The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community - including finding housing, education and childcare options, even your local sporting club!
✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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 member
Reference number
REQ669430
Occupation
Nursing Unit Manager
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Tamworth & North West NSW
Salary Information
$146423.5 - $146423.5
Closing date
28 June 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $146,423.50 per annum+ Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
Application close date: Sunday, 28th June 2026
Make a meaningful difference. Lead with purpose. Grow your career with Hunter New England Local Health District
Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking an experienced and dynamic nurse leader to join Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital as the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) for Medical 1 and Nioka Palliative Care. This is a rewarding leadership opportunity to oversee two important inpatient services within the largest rural referral hospital in Hunter New England Local Health District. You will lead highly skilled multidisciplinary teams dedicated to delivering safe, compassionate and patient-centred care to patients with acute medical conditions and those requiring specialist palliative and end-of-life care.
As the NUM, you will play a pivotal role in driving clinical excellence, operational performance, workforce development and quality improvement while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
About the Role
The Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for the operational and clinical leadership of Medical 1 and Nioka Palliative Care. Reporting to the Director of Nursing and Midwifery, you will lead the day-to-day management of both units and work collaboratively with nursing, medical, allied health and executive teams to achieve outstanding patient outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing visible leadership and effective management of nursing and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centred care. Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, rostering and staff development, while leading patient flow, bed utilisation and discharge planning processes. Drive clinical governance, risk management and quality improvement initiatives, manage operational budgets and resources efficiently, and support service redesign, innovation and change management. Foster a positive workplace culture aligned with NSW Health CORE Values and ensure compliance with accreditation standards, NSW Health policies and relevant legislative requirements.
About Medical 1 and Nioka Palliative Care
Medical 1 is a busy acute medical ward providing care to patients with a diverse range of complex medical conditions. Nioka Palliative Care delivers specialist palliative and supportive care services, providing compassionate and holistic care to patients and their families.
Together, these services are committed to delivering exceptional patient care through collaboration, clinical excellence, continuous improvement and professional development.
About You
You are an experienced and approachable nurse leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare and supporting teams to thrive.
You will demonstrate:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
Significant leadership experience within an acute healthcare setting.
Extensive clinical experience in medical and/or palliative care services.
Strong operational management and workforce planning capability.
Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
Postgraduate qualifications in Nursing, Leadership, Health Management, Business Management or a related field.
Leadership and management training.
Experience in workforce and financial management.
Qualifications or experience in palliative care, chronic disease management or acute medical nursing.
Experience in clinical governance, accreditation or quality improvement leadership.
Why Tamworth?
Located in the heart of the New England region, Tamworth offers an outstanding lifestyle with affordable housing, excellent schools, short commute times and a welcoming community.
Enjoy a vibrant regional city featuring outstanding sporting facilities, cultural events, cafés, restaurants and easy access to national parks and outdoor recreation. Whether you're looking for career advancement, a lifestyle change or the opportunity to make a genuine difference in regional healthcare, Tamworth offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and quality of life.
What we can offer you:
✅ The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community - including finding housing, education and childcare options, even your local sporting club!
✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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 member
