Clinical Nurse Manager / Deputy Director of Nursing - Incentives Offered
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- Nurse Manager
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- REQ647417 Requisition #
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- 11 hours ago Post Date
If you're ready to leave a lasting legacy in a rural hospital that genuinely values strong, visible nursing leadershp, this role is for you.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 2
Remuneration: $66.51 - $67.83 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ647417
Location: Inverell District Hospital
Applications Close: Monday, 16th March 2026
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.
Where You’ll Be Working
You’ll be stepping into a key leadership role at Inverell Hospital, a busy rural district hospital in northern NSW providing Emergency, Renal Dialysis, Inpatient, Maternity and Surgical services. As part of a close-knit leadership team in a hospital where people know each other by name, your visibility and influence will directly shape how safe, high‑quality care is delivered to the Inverell community. Inverell itself offers a relaxed, welcoming lifestyle in the Sapphire City on the Macintyre River, with country charm, local cafés and boutiques, and easy connections via regular flights to Brisbane and beyond.
About the Role
As the Clinical Nurse Manager / Deputy Director of Nursing & Midwifery, you’ll sit at the centre of clinical operations, governance and workforce success across the whole facility - not just one ward. Working closely with the Health Service Manager, Nursing and Midwifery Unit Managers and Clinical Nurse Educators, you’ll lead and strengthen quality systems, Work Health & Safety, recruitment and workforce sustainability, and clinical improvement initiatives. You’ll provide senior clinical leadership and advice, coordinate and drive key programs, and be a visible, approachable presence who supports teams through change. This role is ideal if you enjoy variety, autonomy and big‑picture impact, while staying closely connected to frontline clinical staff.
The Perks
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:
✅Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
✅Access to the Welcome Experience, where candidates moving to Inverell for work can access support to help them settle in the community
✅4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✅Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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
About You
You’re an experienced Registered Nurse with strong leadership capability, who thrives on improving systems, supporting people and turning strategy into practical action. You enjoy building relationships across disciplines, bringing teams together, and being the calm, steady voice in complex situations. You’re comfortable balancing operational detail with broader service goals and have a genuine commitment to safe, person‑centred care in a rural setting.
You bring:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Relevant postgraduate qualifications in clinical leadership or management, or a willingness to undertake them
- Proven experience in clinical leadership, quality and safety, and/or workforce coordination
- Excellent communication, collaboration and change‑management skills
- A proactive, solution‑focused approach and the ability to support and mentor others at all levels
In this role, your steady, inclusive leadership style will be just as important as your clinical expertise, helping to create a culture where staff feel supported, engaged and able to deliver their best care.
Need more information?
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2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Katherine Randall on Katherine.Randall@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
* Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.
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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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.
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.
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-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England 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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time or temporary part time vacancies.
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