Make a difference to patient access and flow across Hunter New England Local Health District.

Remuneration: $158,236.73 - $161,174.38 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 3

Hours Per Week: 34 hours per week

Requisition ID: REQ704625

Application close date: Sunday 15th November 2026

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking an experienced and motivated Nurse Manager Grade 3 to join the Patient Flow Unit, based in the new North Block building at John Hunter Hospital.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide district-wide leadership and coordination of inter-hospital patient transfers, supporting the safe, timely and efficient movement of patients across HNE public health facilities.

What You’ll Be Doing:

- Coordinate inter-hospital transfers for Priority Category 2-5 patients, including clinical handover, transfer timeframes and appropriate bed placements.
- Provide clinical advice and act as a central point of contact for referrals and transfers, liaising with hospital teams, HNE Executive, NSW Ambulance and Patient Transport Services.
- Monitor district-wide patient flow, identify and escape barriers to access, and work collaboratively to minimise transfer delays and support timely patient care.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have:

- A comprehensive understanding of the NSW Ministry of Health policy framework, priorities and performance indicators, and their application to acute care, patient flow and access within health services.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in patient management and relevant health information technology systems, with the ability to utilise these to support effective patient flow and access.
- Relevant postgraduate qualifications in clinical leadership or management, together with current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and authority to practise.





What We Can Offer You:

- The opportunity to make a real difference to patient flow and access across Hunter New England Local Health District.
- Join a supportive, close-knit team of experienced Nurse Managers.
- A structured two-week supernumerary orientation program to build your confidence and skills.
- Ongoing support and guidance from the Service Manager and the wider team.
- Opportunities to work closely with senior clinical and executive leaders across the district.
- The opportunity to develop your leadership skills while contributing to improved patient care and outcomes.

What We Can Offer You:

- Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- 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

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Jessica Crombie on [email protected]

Additional Information

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.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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