Career growth starts here at Tamworth Hospital as our new After Hours Nurse Manager!
Remuneration: $77.48 - $78.92 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Casual Opportunities available
Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 3
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ668071
Applications Close: Sunday, 21st June 2026.
About the role:
The After-Hours Nurse Manager (AHNM) team plays a critical leadership role in supporting Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, the largest rural referral hospital in Hunter New England Local Health District. Working across a diverse range of inpatient, outpatient and emergency services, the team provides clinical and operational leadership outside normal business hours to ensure safe, high-quality patient care and efficient hospital operations. The AHNM works collaboratively with nursing, medical, allied health and support services to ensure effective service delivery and operational efficiency across the hospital. The role also contributes to workforce development through coaching, mentoring and supporting staff in clinical and operational matters.
You won’t be working alone. You will be supported by the Director of Nursing & Midwifery (DONM) and Deputy Director of Nursing and Midwifery (DDONM) and works closely with Nurse Unit Managers, Clinical Nurse Managers, Medical Officers and Executive On-Call staff.
As our newest AHNM, You Will:
Hold Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and relevant post graduate qualifications in clinical leadership or management.
Bring a minimum 3 years' experience in a senior nursing leadership role, such as Clinical Nurse Manager, Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Educator or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge of patient flow, workforce management, clinical governance and risk management principles.
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.
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. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
✅The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community
✅ A welcoming and supportive team culture where nurses are valued, respected and encouraged to grow.
✅ Exposure to a diverse range of acute and complex medical presentations, providing excellent opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge and skills.
✅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)
✅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
Need more information?
1️⃣ Click here for the Position Description
2️⃣ Find out more about applying for this position
3️⃣ An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies
4️⃣ We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Sam Gardner | [email protected]
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.
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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