Nurse Unit Manager - Pre-Admission Clinic (PAC)

Play a key role in service development, quality improvement initiatives and innovative models of pre-admission care.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Until March 2026) 
Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 1 
Remuneration: $130,905.60 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ625742
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Closing: Sunday, 11th January 2026

About the Service

Tamworth Hospital is one of New England’s largest and most progressive regional hospitals and a major Rural Referral Hospital servicing the North-West region of New South Wales. The hospital has recently undergone a $220 million acute services redevelopment, delivering state-of-the-art facilities with 348 treatment spaces and five operating theatres, supporting more than 8,000 surgical procedures each year.

Tamworth is a modern, family-friendly regional city of approximately 60,000 people, set against a picturesque backdrop of tree-covered mountains. The city offers an exceptional lifestyle, combining the amenities of a major centre with the warmth of a regional community. With excellent schooling options, affordable housing, short commute times and daily flights to Sydney and Brisbane, Tamworth provides the perfect balance between career opportunity and lifestyle.

Known as the Country Music Capital of Australia, Tamworth also boasts a vibrant café culture, strong arts and sporting communities, and easy access to surrounding historic towns and outdoor adventures.

About the Role

Tamworth Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join the Perioperative Service as Nurse Unit Manager – Pre-Admission Clinic (PAC). This leadership role is worked Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm, and reports directly to the Nurse Manager, Perioperative Services.

In this role, you will lead and support a small, dedicated and friendly PAC team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, efficient and patient-centred pre-admission care. You will oversee day-to-day operations of the clinic, contribute to service planning and improvement, and work closely with perioperative teams to support safe and effective surgical pathways.

You will be well supported by the Nurse Manager and the PAC team, with a comprehensive orientation provided and ongoing opportunities for education and professional development encouraged.

About You

You are a skilled, passionate and innovative Registered Nurse with strong leadership capability and a commitment to excellence in perioperative care. You enjoy leading teams, supporting staff development and driving high-quality patient outcomes in a fast-paced clinical environment.

You bring strong communication, organisational and leadership skills, and thrive in a role where collaboration, initiative and continuous improvement are valued.

Benefits
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: 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 

• 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 John McDougall on Ian.McDougall@health.nsw.gov.au

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 temporary full or part time vacancies. 

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.   

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.  
 
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