Nurse Manager Intensive Care Services

Lead with Purpose. Deliver with Excellence

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 4

Remuneration: $147, $150, % Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ608483

Closing Date: Monday 27th October

Interview Dates: 31st October and 3rd November

John Hunter Hospital (JHH) | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

Are you a motivated and dynamic leader passionate about critical care? Join the John Hunter Hospital Critical Care Services team and play a key role in shaping the future of intensive care and critical care outreach at one of NSW's largest tertiary health facilities.

About the Role:

As Nurse Manager, you will provide operational and strategic leadership across two specialised intensive care units, the critical care retrieval service, critical care outreach for JHH and JHCH, the HNELHD Organ and Tissue Donation Service, and a large, expanding nursing workforce. You will be accountable for 24/7 service delivery, workforce planning and optimisation, clinical education integration, and the implementation of quality and safety governance frameworks across both adult and paediatric populations.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of intensive care and critical care services, leading your team through significant developments including the transition to the Statewide Digital Patient Record (SDPR) system and relocation to modernised facilities in 2026.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and motivated Nurse Manager who demonstrates advanced leadership, cross-sector collaboration, and high-level decision-making aligned with organisational priorities and patient care outcomes.

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• A commitment to contributing positively to the workplace culture, promoting teamwork, respect, and support
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fostering strong collaborative relationships within and across teams
• The ability to think strategically to promote patient-focused outcomes, staff development, and risk mitigation
• Understanding and experience with the implementation of organisational change
• If you embody these qualities and are eager to make a meaningful impact in critical care nursing, we encourage you to apply.
• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, with relevant postgraduate qualifications or extensive critical care experience.

You will be supported by the Critical Care Executive team and the JHH Nursing Management Leadership team

What you may not have yet – advanced strategic planning, financial oversight, or regional system navigation – we'll support you to develop through mentorship, structured training, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true work-life 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 members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies

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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.

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.

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

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:

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:

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.

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 benefitssuch 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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