After Hours Nurse Managers

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 3

Remuneration: $ $71.74 per hour + Super + Salary Packaging

Location: The Maitland Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ612864

Applications Close: Wednesday, 22nd October 2025

About Us

Maitland Hospital is a modern acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services. Our services include Emergency, Intensive Care, Adult Inpatient, Perioperative, Oncology, Renal, Women's and Children's Health, Outpatient Clinics, Dental, Imaging, and Pathology.

Our After Hours Nurse Managers (AHNM) are integral members of the Senior Nursing & Midwifery Leadership Team. Working in partnership with the Director of Nursing & Midwifery, Operational Nurse Managers, Nursing Unit Managers, Midwifery Unit Managers, and Nurse Educators, the AHNM provides leadership and support across the hospital, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centred care at all times.

About the Role

The AHNM is responsible for the operational management and clinical leadership of the hospital during the after-hours period. This pivotal role involves:

• Coordinating patient access and flow across the facility
• Managing the nursing and midwifery workforce to meet service needs
• Responding to incidents and leading disaster and emergency management as required
• Monitoring and managing KPIs to ensure service delivery targets are met
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless care delivery

About You

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic nurse leader who is committed to excellence in patient care and staff support. You will demonstrate:

• Reliability, honesty, and professional integrity
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and follow through on actions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels
• Confidence in negotiation and conflict resolution
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications in clinical leadership and management, and/or demonstrated leadership/management experience deemed appropriate for the role.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role where you will make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and staff experience during the critical after-hours period.

The Perks

Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero

The flexibility and variety offered by a casual roster

Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of clinical and non-clinical professionals

Additional Information:

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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Information for Applicants:

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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.

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.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS via or

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are 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.

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