Lead hospital operations after hours
Drive patient flow and bed management
Respond to critical incidents and emergencies
Manage hospital operations after hours, build high performing teams and drive safe patient flow in a dynamic tertiary health service.
Employment Type:
Permanent Full Time
Position Classification:
Nurse Manager Grade 3
Remuneration:
$143,***** - $146,****** per annum
Hours Per Week:
38
Location:
Blacktown & Mt Druitt Hospital
Where you'll be working
Blacktown Mount Druitt Hospital is a leading provider of acute, maternity, paediatric and emergency services to one of the fastest growing regions in Recent South Wales.
Working across both Blacktown and Mount Druitt campuses, you will be part of a progressive health service committed to innovation, collaboration and excellence in patient care.
Supported by the Executive on Call, you will operate as the senior nursing leader after hours, ensuring continuity of safe, high-quality care across the facility.
A large, complex hospital environment with diverse clinical services
A collaborative multidisciplinary culture focused on patient centred care
Strong executive support and clear governance structures
Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
Opportunities to influence service delivery and operational performance
What you'll be doing
As the After-Hours Nurse Manager, you will represent the hospital leadership team outside standard business hours, ensuring operational efficiency and clinical safety across the organisation.
Oversee patient flow, bed management and staffing to maintain safe access to care




Lead and support nursing and multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes
Manage and escalate incidents, including internal and external emergencies
Provide expert clinical and operational advice to support decision making
Promote a positive safety culture aligned with NSW Health performance standards
You will bring advanced leadership capability, sound clinical judgement and the confidence to lead during periods of high demand and change.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria
Registration: Currently authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation
Selection Criteria
Relevant tertiary qualifications in management or working towards attainment in same, or extensive clinical experience in the field that demonstrates ability to perform the role.
Recent and extensive management experience in senior nursing and/or health management within an acute care Health facility
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the principles of patient flow
High level computer literacy including working knowledge of staff scheduling and patient flows systems




Demonstrated ability to manage the utilisation of nursing resources in an effective and financially responsible manner
Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication, (written/oral which includes ability to complete briefs and proposals) conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
Demonstrate understanding of current issues impacting on the nursing profession.
Requisition ID:
REQ******
Applications Close:
8th March ****
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People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
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There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital.
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Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

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