Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Short Term Leave Cover) Position Classification: Nurse Manager Grade 2 Remuneration: $2,527.29 – $2,577.70 Per Week Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Central Coast Requisition ID: REQ602789 Applications Close: Sunday, 28 September 2025 at 11.59pm Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing leadership journey? Central Coast Local Health District is seeking a Nurse Manager for leave cover in the Integrated Booking Unit - Elective Surgery Waitlist, this is a rare chance to lead in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment where your impact will be immediate and meaningful. About The Opportunity As Nurse Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating waitlist services across CCLHD, working closely with the Divisional Director of Anaesthesia, Surgery, and Intensive Care Services. This full-time position offers flexibility, with child-friendly hours and adjustable start/finish times to support your work-life balance. Whether you are looking to expand your experience or step into a leadership role, this is a rewarding way to grow professionally. The position offers - Varied and interesting work with direct involvement in elective surgery coordination, surgical scheduling, and patient flow. Valuable experience in managing complex systems and contributing to service improvement across surgical specialties. Work with with a dynamic and supportive team that values collaboration, innovation, and shared success. For more information about this role, please view Position Description. About You You are a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with current AHPRA registration, recent experience in waitlist management, and relevant postgraduate qualifications (or working towards them). You have experience in surgical services, particularly theatres and anaesthetics, and a strong understanding of elective surgery processes. You are organised, proactive, and passionate about improving patient access and outcomes. Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Benefits Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave. Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing. Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance. Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities. Need more information? Tim Packer Phone: 0409 242 329 Email: Tim.Packer@health.nsw.gov.au Click here to find out more about applying for this position. Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support. Vaccination Requirements All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes: Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. Additional Information An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions. Stay Connected Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates. You are encouraged to complete applications on a weekday where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
