Nurse Unit Manager

Become our next nursing leader of Tamworth Hospital Lead the nursing operations of the Medical 2 team and join a small, supportive community within Tamworth.

Remuneration: $67.13 Per Hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Hours per week: 8

Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Gde 2

Requisition ID: REQ609747

Applications Close: Sunday, 26th October 2025.

About the role:

Tamworth Hospital is excited to be seeking their next nursing leader to join our team at as the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) of Medical 2 Ward. In this leadership role, you will lead a clinical services team to provide excellent patient care within a hospital environment in order to maximise the health outcomes for the community in which the clinical service functions. You will also effectively manage the day-to-day operations of the unit including clinical, operational and people management. On any given day, this looks like rostering and workforce management, supporting and mentoring junior staff, undertaking audits and so forth.

You won't be working alone. You will be supported by the other NUM that you will be job sharing with, as well as fellow NUM's on different wards, the Deputy Director of Nursing & Midwifery (DDONM) and the Director of Nursing & Midwifery (DONM). Ongoing professional development is not only supported, but actively encouraged. In addition, training and professional development plans will be developed and reviewed annually to ensure you are supported in your ongoing career goals.

Where you'll be working:

Tamworth Hospital is the principal referral hospital for the northern sector of Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), servicing a population of over 180,000 people. As a major rural referral facility, Tamworth Hospital provides a wide range of specialist services, including emergency, medical, surgical, maternity, critical care, mental health, rehabilitation, and outpatient services.

Located in the vibrant regional centre of Tamworth, the hospital is a teaching facility affiliated with the University of Newcastle, and offers opportunities to work alongside clinicians involved in research, education, and innovation. Tamworth combines the advantages of rural living with access to quality schools, cultural events, sporting facilities, and transport connections.

As our next NUM, you will be:

1) A supportive and compassionate leader

2) Organised in your approach to work; being proactive rather than reactive

3) Courageous in developing a new team & cultivating a positive culture.

If you are someone who leads with integrity, cultivates strong teams, and embraces the unique challenges and rewards of regional health, then we want to hear from you

Requirements:

Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Benefits:

The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community

Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)

Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families

ADO's each month (for full-time employees)

6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.

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

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

Additional Information:

1) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent or temporary part-time vacancies.

2) To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

3) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

For role-related queries or questions contact Amanda Menzies | hnelhd-

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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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. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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

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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