Patient Flow Manager

Lead with impact. Drive innovation. Shape the patient journey.

Remuneration: $139, $142, % Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 3

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ608730

Location: Manning Base Hospital, Taree – Biripi Country

Closing Date: Sunday, 19th October 2025

Step into a leadership role where your decisions drive better care, every day.

About Us

At Manning Hospital, our Patient Flow Team ensures every patient experiences a seamless and efficient journey through the hospital. We're a collaborative group of Nurse Managers working closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient admissions, transfers, and discharges. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Nursing & Midwifery, we're committed to patient-centred care, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

As Patient Flow Manager, you'll play a vital leadership role in:

• Coordinating patient flow across departments using real-time data and proactive strategies.
• Leading daily flow huddles and ensuring timely, safe transfers, admissions, and discharges.
• Working with senior managers, frontline staff, patients, and families to improve the care experience.
• Managing resources, staff development, and service performance to meet targets and KPIs.

This role is Monday - Friday, morning shifts, allowing you to enjoy work-life balance while making a meaningful difference.

Why You'll Love It Here

Joining Manning means being part of a supportive, innovative and dynamic team. You'll enjoy:

• A welcoming, collaborative environment with strong leadership support.
• A thorough orientation and tailored education plan within your first 3 months.
• Ongoing professional development and career pathways within NSW Health.
• Lifestyle benefits of the stunning Barrington Coast region.

Plus, you'll access a wide range of benefits:

• Up to 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses).
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• Generous salary packaging and superannuation (12%).
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

About You

You're a Senior Registered Nurse (AHPRA registered) with:

• Strong clinical expertise and leadership experience.
• The ability to stay calm and solution-focused in high-pressure environments.
• Excellent communication skills and a knack for building collaborative teams.
• A commitment to service excellence, continuous improvement, and patient-centred care.

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered
• 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.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Barbara Ball on alternatively Chloe Lewis on

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD 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

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. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD- for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

HNE 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.

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