Department of Health is seeking a Manager for the Acute Care Stream Community Mental Health Services in Southern Tasmania. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, oversee service delivery and manage resources, while collaborating with consumers, carers and partners to shape recovery-focused care.

The role requires strategic leadership, change management, and a commitment to safe, person-centred mental health services. On-call duties and a 76-hour fortnight schedule are included.

Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - MH & Statewide Services

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 18 October, :55 PM

Sunday 18 October, :55 PM AEST

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 8, Level 3

$148,470 per annum

Fixed-term, full-time

South

175 Collins St, Hobart

An exciting leadership opportunity exists in the influential role of Nursing Director, where' you'll join the Acute Care Stream Community Mental Health Service leading a large multidisciplinary team.

Please note this position is also being advertised asManager - Acute Care Stream Community Mental Health Services (525617d)and only one position will be filled on merit. Please note this position is eligible for a Multi Disciplinary Allowance.

The Acute Care Stream includes acute mental health services in the South that provide hospital level care in the home environment, community ambulatory acute care services, GP Liaison, and mental health triage. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

An exciting leadership opportunity exists to join the Acute Care Stream Community Mental Health Service as a Nursing Director. In this influential role, you will lead a large multidisciplinary team delivering specialist community mental health services across Southern Tasmania.

Working in a dynamic and evolving environment, you will provide strategic direction, oversee service delivery, drive quality improvement initiatives, and support the ongoing development of innovative, recovery-focused models of care.

You will also play a key role in building strong partnerships with consumers, carers, community organisations and healthcare providers to ensure safe, contemporary and responsive mental health services.

• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire, guide and develop multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience managing complex services, resources and operational priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build effective partnerships across the health and community sectors.
• The ability to lead service improvement, innovation and change initiatives that enhance consumer outcomes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and drive positive outcomes.
• A commitment to delivering high quality, person centred and recovery focused mental health services.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Fixed term, full time, day worker (with on call) position, working76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 13 January 2027 until 30 June 2027.

notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

$148,470 per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type

You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
• Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Driver's Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 8, Level 3

$148,470 per annum

Fixed-term, full-time

South

175 Collins St, Hobart

An exciting leadership opportunity exists in the influential role of Nursing Director, where' you'll join the Acute Care Stream Community Mental Health Service leading a large multidisciplinary team.

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Registered Nurse, Grade 8, Level 3

$148,470 per annum

Fixed-term, full-time

South

175 Collins St, Hobart

An exciting leadership opportunity exists in the influential role of Nursing Director, where' you'll join the Acute Care Stream Community Mental Health Service leading a large multidisciplinary team.

• Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
• Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.

Vitalis Healthcare at Home in St Leonards, NSW seeks a Nurse Unit Manager to lead the Hospital in the Home service. You will guide clinical care, manage rostering, and coordinate with hospital teams and families to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

The role requires a registered nurse with AHPRA and 5+ years of leadership experience, with strong organisational skills and a commitment to best-practice documentation and safety.

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Rural Remote Team Leader (RN/AHP) based in Tennant Creek, NT, to guide a small multidisciplinary team delivering outreach primary care across the Barkly Region. You will coordinate daily operations, provide clinical leadership and support staff development.

The role requires current RN (AHPRA) or AHP registration, rural health experience and a strong commitment to culturally safe, community-centred care within ACCHOs.

Nurse Unit Manager - Hospital in the Home

St Leonards, New South Wales 2065, Australia

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 02 Oct 2026

Description

About Us:

At Vitalis Healthcare at Home, we are redefining healthcare by bringing exceptional, complex medical treatment directly into the comfort of our patients' homes. Our dedicated team of clinicians works passionately to provide hospital-level care, ensuring the best possible outcomes and experiences for our patients and their families. If you are a nurse with a passion for leadership, innovation, and making a tangible difference, this is your opportunity to shape the future of care.

Your New Role:

As the Hospital in the Home (HITH) Unit Manager, you will serve as the clinical and operational cornerstone of our HITH service. This pivotal position requires a seamless blend of advanced clinical expertise and strategic leadership to ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-impact patient care. Furthermore, you will play an essential role in driving our integrated service approach across Palliative Care at Home and Virtual Health portfolios.

Your clinical judgment will guide our multidisciplinary team, your operational acumen will ensure seamless daily workflows, and your leadership will foster the growth of this vital community service.

What You'll Do:

• Provide Clinical Leadership:Oversee and guide the clinical care provided by our HITH nursing team ensuring it meets the highest.
• Solve Complex Challenges:Manage clinical risk, coordinate critical medication supplies, and respond to incidents to ensure unwavering patient safety.
• Drive Operational Excellence:Create and publish efficient staff rosters, manage resources wisely, and contribute to systems that make our service run smoothly.
• Be a Key Connector:Build strong, trusted relationships with referring hospital teams, specialists, patients, and families, acting as the professional face of our HITH service.
• Measure & Improve:Track key performance indicators like patient satisfaction and readmission rates, using data to continuously enhance our care and impact.

What We're Looking For:

• A Seasoned Clinician:A Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration and a strong background (5+ years)
• A Natural Leader:Experience as a Nurse Unit Manager or similar leadership role is highly regarded, but we will support a high-potential nurse ready to step up.
• An Operational Problem-Solver:You're organised, tech-savvy, and can expertly manage competing priorities like rostering, supply costs, and patient needs.
• An Exceptional Communicator:A people person who builds rapport effortlessly with clinicians, patients, and families, both in person and over the phone.
• A Guardian of Quality:You have a sharp eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to safety, compliance, and best-practice documentation.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Lead with Purpose:Enjoy the unique opportunity to lead and innovate within our HITH service, where you can directly influence care models and patient outcomes on a broader scale.
• Career Growth:This is a senior role with real responsibility, offering opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing organisation.
• Supportive & Inclusive Culture:Join a passionate, close-knit team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and making a real difference every day.
• Competitive remunerationpackage commensurate with your skills and experience.

This role is based in Tennant Creek, NT, 0860. Relocation and Subsidised housing available for applicants outside of Barkly Region.

Make a real difference in Aboriginal health while leading a dedicated rural and remote healthcare team across the Barkly Region.

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation is a community-controlled organisation committed to delivering culturally responsive, holistic primary healthcare services to Aboriginal people across the Barkly Region. Through a strong focus on prevention, health promotion, community engagement and culturally safe care, our team works to improve health outcomes and strengthen communities.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Nurse (RN) or Aboriginal Health Practitioner (AHP) to join our team as Rural Remote Team Leader. Based in Tennant Creek, you will lead a small multidisciplinary team delivering outreach healthcare services to remote communities and outstations across the Barkly Region. You will coordinate day-to-day operations, provide clinical leadership, support staff development, and work closely with community members to deliver high-quality primary healthcare services. This role combines leadership, community engagement, public health, health promotion, chronic disease management and direct clinical service delivery to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal families living in remote areas.

• Lead and coordinate rural and remote outreach health services.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to team members.
• Deliver health assessments, screening, treatment and follow-up care.
• Coordinate immunisation programs and preventive health initiatives.
• Support management of chronic disease and population health programs.
• Promote health education and public health awareness across communities.
• Facilitate referrals, specialist appointments and telehealth services.
• Build strong partnerships with community members and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to quality improvement, reporting and service development activities.

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse (AHPRA) or Aboriginal Health Practitioner.
• Experience in primary health care and/or rural and remote health settings.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervision and team coordination skills.
• Strong communication, consultation and relationship-building abilities.
• Understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Current driver's licence.
• Eligibility to obtain an NT Ochre Card and National Police Check.
• Commitment to culturally safe and community-centred healthcare delivery.
• Experience working in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs).
• Knowledge of Communicare.
• Remote NT experience.
• Four-wheel drive training or willingness to undertake training.

Registered Nurse: $137,626.02 - $147,348.81 per annum

Aboriginal Health Practitioner: $120,919.82 - $128,634.50 per annum

Superannuation paid at 12%

Salary packaging up to $15,899.94 per annum

Subsidised accommodation (eligible positions)

Up to $5,000 relocation assistance

Six weeks annual leave

Professional development support and study allowance

Remote retention and travel allowances

Bilingual allowance opportunities

Free access to Anyinginyi Health Clinic services and prescriptions

Free general dentistry (excluding lab work costs)

Enjoy year-round sunshine, stunning landscapes and a welcoming community while living in the heart of Australia. Tennant Creek offers the benefits of regional living with access to schools, shopping, sporting facilities, a regional hospital, airport and essential services. It's the perfect place to build a rewarding career and lifestyle.

Department of Health in Hobart seeks a Nursing Director to lead the Acute Care Stream within Community Mental Health Services, overseeing a large multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on strategic direction, service delivery, and innovative care models.

Key responsibilities include driving quality improvement, building partnerships across health and community sectors, and ensuring recovery oriented, person centred care in Southern Tasmania.

Portland District Health is seeking a Deputy Director of Nursing, Midwifery & Aged Care to ensure quality and safe healthcare delivery.

This role requires substantial clinical leadership and experience in nursing management. Additionally, the deputy will manage financial resources and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.

Successful applicants will enjoy additional benefits like salary packaging and ongoing professional development opportunities.

The South Australian State Health Coordination Centre (SHCC) will provide 24/7 real time visibility end to end of on patient flow across the system, using existing data and shared insights to identify issues and patterns and respond before they have an impact on the system or patient care.

The Nursing Director role is to provide strategic and operational leadership, coaching, governance, and direction (in and after hours across 7 days) for the SHCC.

Job no: 951506
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Western
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

• Department for Health and Wellbeing - Clinical System Support and Improvement
• Salary: $176,010 - RN/M5.3 - Full Time / Ongoing - Permanent

Overview:

• The State Health Coordination Centre (SHCC) enables systemwide oversight of utilisation of flow of the South Australian health care system. The focus is upon actionable insights that impact the system in a positive way by improving consumer outcomes, experience and community trust.
• The SHCC includes a 24/7 multi-disciplinary clinical team, data and analytics and continuous improvement capabilities. The SHCC systems provide real-time visibility and end-to-end patient flow across the system, working with LHNs and SAAS to support timely flow and address any blocks or barriers.
• SHCC uses the linking of advanced data and analytics with clinical expertise and shared insights to identify issues, patterns and predictions; enabling early response to issues that impact on the system or patient care. By improving coordination, communication, and analytics, the SHCC helps LHNs by supporting progression of care at each stage of their healthcare journey.
• The Advanced Nursing Director will lead, coach, coordinate and support both LHNs and direct reports, with a focus on local and system improvements. They are accountable for standards of patient/client care, and the practice standards of nurses/midwives and/or multi-disciplinary team members. They are responsible for leading the development and ensuring the effectiveness of systems to support, evaluate and consistently improve nursing/midwifery and/or multidisciplinary team practice and healthy work environments.
• The Advanced Nursing Director is accountable for the cost-effective provision of health services within their span of employment and has a high degree of autonomy, independent judgement and decision making.
• The Advanced Nursing Director contributes to the achievement of key performance indicators and deliverables for access and flow across the state and develops a coordinated and integrated approach to manage all systems, processes and redesign imperatives related to patient flow, demand management, and inter-facility flows across all patient continuums within South Australia. This role will work in collaboration with all clinical services, nursing, interdisciplinary and support service colleagues to execute their responsibilities.

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Job ref: 951506

• A 'National Police Certificate' NPC (also known as a 'Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check' NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

• Some out of hours work will be required, and may be required to be on-call as the SHCC is a 24/7 service.
• Meet immunisation requirements as outlined by the Immunisation for Health Care Workers in South Australia Policy Directive.

Thursday, 15 October 2026 - 11:55 PM

• 951506 - Advanced Nursing Director - Role Description.pdf
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Advertised: 30 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 15 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Job no: 952757
Work type: Part time
Location: Adelaide Metro Western
Categories: Administration, Business and Management

• Department for Health and Wellbeing - Clinical System Support & Improvement (CSS&I) - State Health Coordination Centre (SHCC)
• Salary: $149,827 (Pro-Rata) - RN/M5.1- Part Time 0.84 FTE / Term Contract up to 12 Months

The South Australian State Health Coordination Centre (SHCC) will provide 24/7 real time visibility end to end of on patient flow across the system, using existing data and shared insights to identify issues and patterns and respond before they have an impact on the system or patient care.

The Centre will use real-time information systems, monitoring patients awaiting ambulances, people waiting for the ED, people waiting in the ED to be admitted, people waiting to be discharged, inter-hospital transfers and regional patients in metro hospitals, and a newly build real time communications platform to coordinate responses and actions.

The SHCC's role is an important enabler for the Ramping Taskforce Action Plan project and the longer-term objective as a precursor to the State Health Control Centre (SHCC), supporting improvements to ramping, flow and access to care to deliver an improved patient journey.

The aim of this Nursing Director role is to provide strategic and operational leadership, coaching, governance, and direction (in and after hours across 7 days) for the SHCC. The role will report to the RN 5.3, Advanced Nursing Director- SHCC. The role balances and integrates strategic and operational perspectives within a specified span of appointment.

• Ensure the health system is working efficiently, using available capacity across the system to manage patients, resulting in improved patient flow and outcomes, and ambulance utilisation.
• Have a holistic view of a patient's end to end journey, being able to monitor and support a balanced system response to issues before they have an impact on patient care.
• Lead complex system and process improvement across LHNs through coaching, mentoring and training, recognition and support.

Employees in this role accept accountability for the governance and practice standards of nurses/midwives, the effective implementation of corporate systems to support, evaluate and consistently improve nursing/midwifery practice and healthy work environments, and for the cost-effective provision of health services within their span of appointment

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

• A 'National Police Certificate' NPC (also known as a 'Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check' NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment)

Immunisation Risk for this position is Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

• This position will be required to work outside of normal business hours and require participation in after-hours shifts and may involve an on-call roster as the SHCC is a 24/7 service.

Alana St John
A/Advanced Nursing Director, SHCC - Operations lead
E-mail:

Saturday, 17 October 2026 - 11:55 PM

• 952757 - Nursing Director SHCC - Role Description .pdf
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Advertised: 03 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 17 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

• Administration, Business and Management 1

SA Health is seeking an Advanced Nursing Director to lead the clinical system support and improvement function within the Department for Health and Wellbeing. You will coach LHNs and direct reports, drive standards of care, and build systems to support effective nursing/midwifery practice and healthy work environments.

You will contribute to state-wide patient flow improvements, collaborate with clinical services and support teams, and oversee cost-effective health service delivery with a clear

The Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network seeks a strategic Nursing and Midwifery Advisor to lead policy development, frameworks and workforce development across multiple sites in the region. This senior role collaborates with executive leadership to advance patient care and professional excellence.

You will drive system-wide change, oversee major projects, and foster innovation while supporting a resilient, skilled workforce across Barossa Hills Fleurieu.

Job no: 952735
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Southern
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery, Public Health

• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network - Flinders Medical Centre- Perioperative Services
• Salary $130,190 - $136,010 p.a. (Pro Rata) RN/M3 Ongoing Full-Time Position

Flinders Medical Centre is looking for an experienced scrub/scout nurse unit manager ready to step into a leadership role at one of South Australia's premier tertiary surgical services. As Nurse Unit Manager you will guide a skilled perioperative team, drive clinical standards across a complex and varied surgical caseload, and shape the day-to-day culture of the operating suite.

Reporting to the Nursing Director, as Nurse Unit Manager you will lead the scrub/scout nursing team at Flinders Medical Centre, overseeing clinical practice, rostering, and quality improvement across a high acuity perioperative environment.

Duties for the role will include:

• Ensure that service provision and the activities of the Division / Unit / Ward / Service are person and family centred and professionally and effectively conducted by contributing to the development of an integrated team approach and culture which is highly responsive to the needs of our consumers,
• Integrate contemporary information and evidence with personal experience to support the decision making, innovative thinking and objective analysis that are expected at this level. e.g. Expert Clinical knowledge underpins and informs their ability to support and lead clinical services and management activities that contribute to improve and optimise nursing/midwifery care,
• Use available information systems: to inform decision making, to implement and co ordinate processes for quality improvement, to monitor and analyse incidents and accidents, to ensure quality and safety is not compromised, to evaluate outcomes and convey information to staff,
• Contribute to the development of, implementation of, and monitoring of corporate policies and processes and lead in their area of expertise

• Registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and who holds, or who is eligible to hold, a current practising certificate,
• Effective leadership skills including highly developed skills in communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and negotiation skills,
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team,
• Registered Nurse/Midwife with at least 3 years, full time equivalent, post registration experience,
• Demonstrated competence in in perioperative nursing nursing practice in accordance with the relevant standards,
• Extensive clinical experience in Perioperative Nursing

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Kathryn Morgan, Advanced Nurse Manager Perioperative Services

11.55 pm Sunday 25 October 2026

• OTS NUM Nurse Midwife Unit Manager Role Description
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• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 952735

Advertised: 06 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 25 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Flinders Medical Centre is seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager for Perioperative Services to lead the scrub/scout nursing team and drive clinical standards in a complex surgical setting. The role reports to the Nursing Director and focuses on rostering, clinical practice and quality improvement within a high-acuity perioperative environment.

Ideal candidates will have RN/Midwife registration with NMBA and 3+ years post registration experience, plus strong leadership, communication and

Job no: 951927
Work type: Full time
Location: Various
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

• Location is negotiable across Barossa Hills Fleurieu regions including Adelaide CBD
• Ongoing/Permanent, Full-time

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Nursing and Midwifery Advisor to join the Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network. In this senior leadership role, you will be at the forefront of shaping and advancing nursing and midwifery practice across a diverse and dynamic health network.

You will collaborate closely with executive leadership and clinical teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives, policies, and frameworks that enhance patient care, promote professional excellence, and foster innovation. This role offers the opportunity to lead significant projects, influence system-wide change, and support the development of a resilient, skilled, and future ready nursing and midwifery workforce.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for leadership, quality improvement, and professional development, this role provides a platform to make a lasting impact on health outcomes within the community.

The Barossa Hills Fleurieu Local Health Network runs from Kangaroo Island to Eudunda, wrapping all the way around our metropolitan areas. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care to all our consumers, residents, their families, and community. Our mission is to ensure that you always receive the best quality, safe, consistent, collaborative care and always with kindness. We do this by maintaining exceptional levels of care at all times supported by systems and processes that assure us of quality and safety of our staff and those we serve.

Our network is made up of many sites, that run from Gawler in the North to Kangaroo Island in the South, we have access to offices in the middle of the CBD, and some of our locations offer hot desk arrangements. We will work with you to ensure a suitable location or locations are made available to you across one or many of our sites. You will also have the option to spend some time each week working from home. This will be negotiated with you should you be successful.

• Do you have at least 5 years of post-registration experience and proven leadership in nursing or midwifery at a senior level?
• Can you lead complex projects and strategic change across health systems with confidence and clarity?
• Do you demonstrate advanced communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills in managing diverse stakeholders?
• Can you apply your deep knowledge of clinical governance, workforce development, and healthcare policy to drive service excellence?

• Lead the development and implementation of nursing/midwifery strategies, policies, and frameworks to support excellence in clinical practice and workforce development.
• Provide expert professional advice on contemporary nursing/midwifery issues, leading change initiatives and strategic service improvements.
• Deliver strategic project management for complex or statewide programs, including evaluation, risk mitigation, and reporting.
• Champion a culture of innovation, learning, and patient centred care across multidisciplinary teams and services.

At BHFLHN, not only will you be working in an environment surrounded by beautiful scenery and nature we see your work here as not just as a job, but an opportunity to extend, progress or consolidate your career with us. We therefore offer you opportunities to be supported in the following ways:

• Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility.
• Salary package a range of benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 each FBT year + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year.
• Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities.
• Support for you and your family via our free Employee Assistance Program.
• Health and Fitness Benefits:Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to BHFLHN staff and their families.

Working in this environment, it is important to us that we only employ people with the upmost integrity and commitment to serving the South Australian community and its visitors to the highest possible standards. To ensure that we meet that commitment there are a few checks that you will be required to undertake. These are detailed on the Role Description, but are likely to include the following:

• You will need to undergo employment screening, what you require is also on the front page of the Role Description.
• You will be required to hold registration with AHPRA to practice as a Registered Nurse within our organisation.

We employ people as diverse as the clients we support and the environments we work in. At BHFLHN we pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees and therefore we encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We continually look for ways to support and promote diversity and flexible ways of working so please let us know what interests you.

Please refer to all the details in the Role Description below (Job ref: 951927), or reach out to Stacey Chilton, Executive Assistant on or

Applications Close 20 October 2026 at 11:55PM

Advertised: 06 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 20 Oct :55 PM Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Respect in Inverell is seeking a Clinical Quality & Compliance Coordinator to lead governance, quality improvement and compliance across the residential aged care setting. The role supports safe, person-centred care under the General Manager and Care Manager, mentoring nursing staff and ensuring documentation meets required standards.

Applicants should hold an unrestricted Nursing registration, substantial experience in aged care, with strong assessment, documentation and regulatory knowledge.

REQ699902

• Remuneration: $150,816.94 per annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging


• Employment Type: Permanent Full Time


• Position Classification: Nurse Unit Manager Level 2


• Location: Moree District Hospital


• Requisition ID: REQ699902


• Applications Close: Sunday 18th October 2026

Are you an experienced nurse leader ready to make a lasting impact?

Join Moree District Hospital's Emergency Department as a Clinical Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and lead a dedicated team committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care to those in your community who need support the most.

As the NUM, you'll provide strategic and operational leadership across the unit, ensuring exceptional clinical outcomes, supporting staff development and fostering a positive, high-performing team culture. This is an exciting opportunity to influence service delivery, champion innovation and drive continuous improvement while making a meaningful difference to patients, families and staff every day.

You won't be working alone. You will be supported by the Health Service Manager, as well as the other members of the multi-disciplinary Emergency team. The ED team are known for its friendly and close-knit environment, where everyone looks out for each other. They are excited to bring you into the fold!

• Provide clinical, operational and professional leadership for the nursing team.


• Coordinate safe, efficient and patient-centred care across the unit.


• Lead workforce planning, rostering, performance management and staff development.


• Manage human, financial and physical resources to achieve service and organisational goals.


• Foster a positive workplace culture built on collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRAand extensive experience in emergency nursing


• Possession of post graduate qualifications in clinical leadership or management or currently enrolled in same or combination.

Moree, NSW offers a relaxed country lifestyle with a strong sense of community, making it an appealing place to live and work. Known for its famous artesian hot springs, affordable housing, and wide-open spaces, Moree provides an excellent work-life balance. The town supports thriving agriculture, healthcare, education, and local businesses, creating diverse employment opportunities. Residents enjoy a welcoming community, short commute times, and easy access to nature, making Moree an ideal place to build both a career and a fulfilling lifestyle.

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• You may b e rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.


• The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community


• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)


• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families


• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)


• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)


• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)


• Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.


• Fitness Passport -for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family


• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

For role related queries or questions contact Joanne Butler on

Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme . For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact .

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

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: .

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. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or .

HNE 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.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

Amplar Health in Adelaide's CBD is seeking a Nurse Unit Manager to oversee the Transition Care Service, champion clinical excellence, and drive continuous improvement. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensure high-quality patient-centred care, and contribute to strategic growth of the service.

The role emphasizes mentoring, strong communication, and adherence to safety and accreditation standards in a dynamic healthcare environment.

The Melbourne Clinic, part of Healthscope Hospitals, invites applications for a Senior Mental Health Clinician stepping into an Associate Manager role within the Day Program Therapy Team. You will lead discharge planning across Day Program and Outreach Services, provide clinical guidance to clinicians, support group therapy sessions, and foster seamless inpatient to community care.

This role offers a supportive multidisciplinary environment, opportunities for professional development, and a

• Full-time fixed term contract to Jan 2027
• Largest Private Mental Health Hospital in Australia

Are you an experienced and highly motivated Registered Nurse looking to join our Nurse Management team?

Continuous professional development, education & support provided.

Inclusive, values-led workplace.

The position of Nurse Unit Manager - EDP Mental Health is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the ward/unit to complement the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the hospital/facility.

• Supervise, direct and guide nursing team members, Enrolled Nurses (ENs), and Assistants in Nursing (AINs)
• Have demonstrated onboarding commitment to professional development
• Undertake direct patient care as required
• Provide guidance to less experienced members of the nursing team
• Provide operational direction for the unit/ward to ensure efficient and effective management of the area
• Coordinate the delivery of nursing care that is evidence based
• Accountable for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels

About Us: The Melbourne Clinic is Australia's largest private mental health services providing 203 inpatient beds, standalone day program centres, an outreach program, consulting suites at three locations and a consultation liaison service.

Nationally and internationally renowned for our quality mental health care services, our focus is to provide our patients with the support and expertise from a comprehensive multi-disciplinary team of over 200 accredited psychiatrists, addiction medicine specialists, pain medicine specialists and experienced registered mental health nurses, Allied health staff (psychologists, social workers, dietitians, exercise physiologist, art therapists and pastoral care worker) in conjunction with several key support services such as administration and housekeeping services.

• Current Registration with AHPRA
• Working with Children check (if relevant)
• Previous experience at NUM level or equivalent
• Experience in the Acute setting
• Degree in relevant specialty area
• Compliance with ACQSHC National standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A strong commitment to developing in a management role
• A commitment to a high standard of clinical and customer-focused care
• High degree of computer literacy including MS office and various data bases
• Ability to work cohesively within a team environment
• Proven time management and prioritisation skills
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge base in labour management
• Demonstrated HR management experience
• A management degree or working towards desired

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

If you are successful, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant nursing experience against the current nursing Enterprise Agreement the "Healthscope - NSWNMA / AMNF - Nurses and Midwives Agreement - NUM classification $68.0441 per hour."

• Full-time fixed term contract to Jan 2027
• Largest Private Mental Health Hospital in Australia

Are you an experienced and highly motivated Registered Nurse looking to join our Nurse Management team?

Continuous professional development, education & support provided.

Inclusive, values-led workplace.

The position of Nurse Unit Manager - EDP Mental Health is responsible for providing leadership and direction to the ward/unit to complement the strategic direction, operational processes, budget and business direction of the hospital/facility.

• Supervise, direct and guide nursing team members, Enrolled Nurses (ENs), and Assistants in Nursing (AINs)
• Have demonstrated onboarding commitment to professional development
• Undertake direct patient care as required
• Provide guidance to less experienced members of the nursing team
• Provide operational direction for the unit/ward to ensure efficient and effective management of the area
• Coordinate the delivery of nursing care that is evidence based
• Accountable for the effective management of human, financial and material resources and ensure customer service is maintained at optimal levels

About Us: The Melbourne Clinic is Australia's largest private mental health services providing 203 inpatient beds, standalone day program centres, an outreach program, consulting suites at three locations and a consultation liaison service.

Nationally and internationally renowned for our quality mental health care services, our focus is to provide our patients with the support and expertise from a comprehensive multi-disciplinary team of over 200 accredited psychiatrists, addiction medicine specialists, pain medicine specialists and experienced registered mental health nurses, Allied health staff (psychologists, social workers, dietitians, exercise physiologist, art therapists and pastoral care worker) in conjunction with several key support services such as administration and housekeeping services.

• Current Registration with AHPRA
• Working with Children check (if relevant)
• Previous experience at NUM level or equivalent
• Experience in the Acute setting
• Degree in relevant specialty area
• Compliance with ACQSHC National standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A strong commitment to developing in a management role
• A commitment to a high standard of clinical and customer-focused care
• High degree of computer literacy including MS office and various data bases
• Ability to work cohesively within a team environment
• Proven time management and prioritisation skills
• Demonstrate a sound knowledge base in labour management
• Demonstrated HR management experience
• A management degree or working towards desired

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

If you are successful, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant nursing experience against the current nursing Enterprise Agreement the "Healthscope - NSWNMA / AMNF - Nurses and Midwives Agreement - NUM classification $68.0441 per hour."

NSW Health is seeking an After-Hours Nurse Manager for Armidale Rural Referral Hospital to provide clinical and operational leadership after hours, ensuring safe, high-quality care and staff support.

You will coordinate patient flow, bed allocation and clinical priorities while guiding teams through emergencies and changing priorities. This role requires 24/7 roster availability, including night shifts, weekends and public holidays.

NSW Health in Dubbo, NSW invites applications for the Senior Mental Health Clinician - Rural Response & Recovery Clinical Lead. This temporary full-time role offers the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme and competitive remuneration.

You will deliver high-quality clinical services with sound clinical reasoning, supervise staff, and provide education to clinicians and Peer Workers. Regular travel across the Dubbo regional hubs is required to partner with local teams.

Baxter Healthcare in NSW, Australia seeks an experienced Occupational Health Nurse Supervisor to lead the delivery of occupational health services across APAC operations. This role provides clinical leadership, operational oversight, and partners with EHS, Operations, HR, and site management to support employee health and wellbeing.

You will lead a team of health professionals, ensure high-quality clinical care, and drive safety, quality, and continuous improvement with empathy and integrity.