Director of Nursing and Midwifery
Become our next leader of Tamworth Hospital! Lead the nursing operations of the hospital and join a small, supportive community within our region.
Remuneration: $181,122.25 - $183,819.88 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 7
Requisition ID: REQ620655
Applications Close: Monday, 1st December 2025.
About the role:
The Director of Nursing and Midwifery (DONM) is responsible for leading nursing and midwifery services across acute, subacute, and specialist clinical areas. On any given day, you will be responsible the strategic planning of nursing and midwifery services; completing hospital rounds and conducting rapid bed meetings; managing escalations; providing support to the Deputy Director of Nursing and Midwifery (DDONM) and the Nurse Unit Managers (NUM’s); and acting as the professional lead for nursing and midwifery services within the hospital. If you’re looking to step into a busy but rewarding role that will shape the future of healthcare outcomes in Tamworth Hospital, we want to hear from you.
You won’t be working alone. You will be supported by the Director of Medical Services, General Manager, and other members of the executive team. You will also be provided with ongoing support from the Nursing and Midwifery Directorate. Our leadership team is collaborative, values-driven, and committed to delivering safe, high-quality care. We foster a culture of respect, accountability, and continuous improvement. Nursing and midwifery leaders at Tamworth Hospital are passionate about supporting staff wellbeing, professional development, and workforce sustainability.
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 DONM, you will have:
- Proven executive leadership in nursing or midwifery within a complex healthcare setting.
- Strong commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and service improvement.
- Advanced interpersonal and negotiation skills to influence, lead change and build partnerships
- Understanding of the challenges and opportunities of regional/rural healthcare.
- Capacity to develop and lead high-performing teams.
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:
Collaborative team environment
Ongoing training and support
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work-Life balance
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
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 their families
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Additional Information:
1) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time or part time and temporary full or 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?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role-related queries or questions contact Lisa Ramsland | Lisa.Ramsland@health.nsw.gov.au
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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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au 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 nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au 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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