Introduction

Step Up. Step In. Step Rural - shape the future of healthcare at Warialda as our recent Health Service Manager.

Details

Remuneration: $158,236.73 - $161,174.38 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Incentives.

Location: Warialda Multi‑Purpose Service.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time.

Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 3.

Applications Close: Tuesday, 28th July 2026.

Eligibility: Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or Recent Zealand citizen with current passport. Temporary visa holders only if no suitable local candidate is identified. No visa sponsorship provided.

Role Overview

The Health Service Manager is responsible for running clinical oversight of Warialda’s Multi‑Purpose Service (MPS). Hosting 2 emergency beds, 10 acute and 15 aged care beds, responsibilities include facility maintenance, patient flow, rostering and staff management, data and finance management.

You will be supported by the Service Manager of New England Northwest Region, the Director of Nursing for Rural & Regional, and your fellow HSMs. Orientation will be provided.

Responsibilities
Be adaptable to an ever‑changing environment.
Champion your own team, encouraging ongoing education and development.




Integrate into this small but warm and inviting community.
Commit to evidence‑based practice, patient safety, and high‑quality care.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA and relevant postgraduate qualifications in clinical leadership or management.

Benefits
Rewarded with up to $20,000 in the first 12 months and up to $10,000 each year thereafter under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
Monthly allocated day off for full‑time employees.
Four weeks annual leave (pro‑rata for part‑time staff).
Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
Salary packaging options up to $11,600, plus novated leasing.
Fitness Passport offering discounted gym and wellness options.
Access to the Employee Assistance Program for confidential support.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hunter Recent England Local Health District is an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. We will work with applicants who require accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process to meet their needs.
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