Deputy Director of Nursing
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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to May 2027)
Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 4
Remuneration: $147,420.11 - $150,008.17 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 2 October 2025 – 11:59pm
Deputy Director of Nursing
Bathurst Health Service
About the role
Lead the day-to-day operations as Deputy Director of Nursing at Bathurst Health Service in this rare opportunity. You will thrive in this position if you are dynamic, highly motivated and celebrated for your ability to manage and sustain change. This exciting and challenging position provides the opportunity for professional growth and development in a senior management role.
Bathurst Health Service is a Level C referral facility with 100 beds. In addition to a new MRI suite which is underway the NSW Government has pledged a further $200m for more acute inpatient beds, a larger emergency department, increased rehabilitation services, expanded ambulatory and outpatient services, and an enhanced pre and post-operative care.
Bathurst Health Service provides allied health, ambulatory care, coronary care, emergency medicine, intensive care (Level 4 ICU), general medicine, maternity (level 4), mental health drug & alcohol, obstetrics & gynaecology, oncology, paediatrics, pathology, radiology, rehabilitation and surgery services.
Bathurst also has active hospital in the home and primary community health services to the surrounding townships of Blayney, Oberon, Perthville, Hill End, Sofala and Rylstone.
Bathurst Health Service has a strong partnership with the University of Western Sydney and Charles Sturt University, conducting research and providing student clinical placements, education and patient referral opportunities.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Melissa Belfanti on (02) 6330 5310 or at melissa.belfanti@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
