Nurse Unit Manager - Hospital in the Home
Lead a high-performing team delivering acute care where it matters most - in people's homes. Shape the future of Tamworth's Hospital in the Home service and make a lasting impact on your community.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $130,905.60 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ620055
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Closing: Sunday, 21st December 2025
About the Service
Tamworth Hospital provides essential, patient-centred care to people across Tamworth and the surrounding region, operating as part of the Integrated Care Services model within Hunter New England. The Hospital in the Home (HITH) service delivers acute, hospital-level care in the home environment, helping patients recover safely while remaining close to family, community, and the comfort of home.
The service is closely connected with the broader medical and allied health teams to ensure seamless transitions, coordinated care, and strong patient outcomes. As part of Integrated Care Services, the focus is on delivering the right care, in the right place, at the right time — maintaining capacity within the hospital while supporting patients to stay well and supported where they live.
The culture here is warm, collaborative, and driven by a genuine commitment to people. Staff look out for one another, communicate openly, and place high value on strong relationships with both patients and colleagues. The environment is solutions-focused, compassionate, and built on shared responsibility for safe, high-quality care. Conveniently located in the heart of Tamworth, the hospital offers easy access, good parking, and all the benefits of a vibrant regional city with a friendly country feel.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) to lead the Hospital in the Home service based at Tamworth Hospital. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day service delivery, ensuring high-quality, safe, patient-centred acute care is provided in the home setting in alignment with the Integrated Care Services model.
You will work collaboratively with the medical team and allied health partners to support coordinated care, equitable access, and consistently strong patient outcomes. This is a role for a leader who is energised by acute and complex care delivered beyond the hospital walls — someone who values meaningful connection with patients, carers, and staff.
You will mentor and guide the nursing team, drive service excellence, and contribute to a culture that prioritises safety, compassion, accountability, and continuous improvement. With a supportive leadership structure around you, this is a unique opportunity to shape a dynamic service and make a lasting impact on patient care in Tamworth.
You will receive a comprehensive orientation aligned to the Excellence Framework, with education and support tailored to your needs. Ongoing professional development is reinforced through monthly accountability meetings with the operational manager and dedicated 30- and 90-day check-ins — ensuring you have the resources and environment you need to succeed and grow in the role.
About You
You are the kind of leader who brings clarity, steadiness, and genuine care into the room. You’ll thrive in this role if you can offer:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia
- Relevant management tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience, or a combination of study and work experience with a demonstrated commitment to professional development
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, bringing people together and fostering trust.
- Clinical leadership confidence, including mentoring staff and managing care in a dynamic environment.
- A collaborative and proactive approach, especially during periods of change or complexity.
- A commitment to creating a safe, supportive space for both patients and staff.
- The ability to think ahead, maintain high standards, and keep the bigger picture in focus.
- An interest or background in acute and complex care in the community, with a readiness to learn what’s new or unique to the HITH model.
Benefits
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Proximity to shopping and other services
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
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
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For role related queries or questions contact Sam Gardiner on HNELHD-TamworthNurseM
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: 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.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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.
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.
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