Nurse Unit Manager - Haemodialysis Unit

About the role: 

As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a multidisciplinary model of care that drives exceptional patient outcomes and experience. This is more than just a management role - it's an opportunity to lead a passionate, skilled team committed to excellence in every aspect of care.

We are looking for a dynamic leader with strong clinical acumen, proven resource and staff management capabilities, and a natural drive for innovation and service improvement. Your ability to identify opportunities for growth and lead meaningful change will be key to enhancing both patient outcomes and team performance.

You won’t be doing it alone - you will be supported from day one with a tailored orientation program delivered in collaboration with our Area Renal Nurse Educator and Nurse Manager, ensuring you feel confident and empowered in your new role.

Join us and be part of a service that values leadership, innovation, and excellence in care.


Where you’ll be working: 

An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced dialysis nurse to lead a state-of-the-art 17-chair Haemodialysis Unit at Tamworth Hospital. Operating two shifts, six days a week, the unit supports patients with End Stage Kidney Disease and delivers acute dialysis services to the ICU, along with a comprehensive plasmapheresis service for both inpatients and outpatients.

Tamworth is a modern, progressive city set in a picturesque backdrop of tree covered mountains. Renowned for its diversity and experiences, Tamworth proves that a rural lifestyle can be complimented by a thriving city experience. Make life-long friends and embrace the incredible lifestyle that Tamworth has to offer!

Our skilled team are eager to welcome you!


At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

Requirements:
Our successful candidate will possess the following:

•  Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
  
  

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply!

We are seeking an inspiring and dynamic leader who brings the following:

• A natural ability to lead with confidence, positivity, and integrity.
• Exceptional team engagement skills, with a talent for bringing people along on the journey.
• A strong drive for innovation and continuous quality improvement.
• A genuine passion for nephrology nursing, demonstrated through clinical excellence and professional role modelling.
• Relevant postgraduate qualifications in renal nursing.
• Proven experience in a Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) role within a clinical setting.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you!

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• 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.
  
  

Need more information?  

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For role related queries or questions contact Tracey Boonstra on Tracey.Boonstra@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants:

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.