Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $70.50 ph.
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ666153
Applications Close: Monday 22nd June 2026
Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).
What you'll be doing
To provide management and clinical leadership to the team / unit and ensure the provision of appropriate, well planned and coordinated services to clients that reflect current standards of nursing practices and Mid North Coast Local Health District policies and procedures
About You
You present yourself as a clinician who brings both professional credibility and grounded leadership to every environment you step into. You hold current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and you carry that responsibility with a clear sense of purpose. Your experience shows in the way you navigate operational and clinical demands, coordinating ward and unit activities so patients receive safe, consistent and thoughtful care. You understand how a service runs, not just from the bedside but from the broader operational view that keeps a unit functioning smoothly.
You take ownership of the human, physical and financial resources entrusted to you, ensuring they’re used wisely and effectively. You balance safety, efficiency and compassion, always keeping patient outcomes at the centre of your decisions. Within a multidisciplinary environment, you don’t just participate — you lead. You know how to guide a nursing team with clarity and steadiness, fostering collaboration and supporting others to perform at their best.
Your communication style strengthens your leadership. You write with precision, speak with confidence and listen with intent, adapting your approach to suit the situation and the people around you. You’re equally comfortable navigating digital systems, drawing on strong computer literacy and the ability to use a range of applications to support clinical and administrative work.
Overall, you come across as someone who blends clinical expertise with operational insight, someone who leads with integrity and supports a team with both competence and care.
Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.
We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please refer below to contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ
Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.
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For role related queries or questions contact Nikki Rooimans via email [email protected]
For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected]
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